Calculating Resultants and Percent Error

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The discussion focuses on calculating percent error in a lab report, specifically addressing an 80% error encountered in the final two problems. The user utilized angles of 30, 125, 200, and 288 degrees in a circular stand to achieve balance. The significant percent error suggests potential miscalculations or incorrect assumptions in the experimental setup or data interpretation. Understanding the correct methodology for calculating percent error is crucial for accurate reporting in scientific experiments.

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Well I am almost done with my lab report finally and I just hit a speed bump. When I calculate my percent error something popped up in my calculator showing that I have like 80% error in the last 2 problems. Anyone know why am I getting this huge marginal error?

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30 125 200 288 are the angles that are used in a circular stand to have a balance.

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