Analysing Experimental Data (PHOTOS INCLUDED)

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The forum discussion revolves around the challenges faced by a student, Lawcheehung, in analyzing experimental data for a homework assignment. The student utilized interpolation techniques to estimate data points at 0.03 cm and 0.06 cm but expressed confusion regarding the formulation of a proportionality statement. The lack of clarity from the teacher further complicated the student's understanding of the task.

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http://img217.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscf3381gv1.jpg2. The attempt at a solution

http://img113.imageshack.us/img113/6683/dscf3380tp0.jpg It's really confusing, and the teacher didn't really go too much indepth on how to work this, so far i plotted the data, i used interpolation to estimate the data for 0.03 cm and 0.06 cm,

how do i write the proportionality statement? it just starts getting really confusing and the work that I did is just a guess, can someone PLS PLS PLS help me!
 
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Hi Lawcheehung! Welcome to PF! :smile:

Sorry, but you photos are blurred, and hurting my eyes. :cry:

Can you type the question, please? :wink:
 

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