Error Analysis of Experiment Data: Calculating Percentage and Absolute Error

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To conduct an error analysis of experimental data, one must calculate both percentage error and absolute error to quantify discrepancies between expected and observed values. Percentage error is determined by taking the difference between the two data sets, dividing by the expected value, and multiplying by 100. Absolute error is simply the absolute difference between the two values. Providing detailed calculations and explanations in the analysis is crucial for clarity and understanding. Completing the necessary sections of the homework will enhance the overall quality of the error analysis.
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In my latest experiment, I have found two sets of data from the data processing. Normally, the values in the data sets should be equal, but they are not as a result of the error of the experiment. How can I do the error analysis? (Percentage Error, absolute error...)


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