Impact of Jet Experiment: Error & Effects

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The discussion focuses on the impact of small measurement errors in a jet experiment, specifically regarding jockey weight, distance from the vane center to the pivot point, and nozzle diameter. It concludes that these errors, being minimal, can be considered negligible in their effect on calculated values. Participants encourage further elaboration or rewording of the original post to generate more responses. The conversation highlights the importance of precision in experimental setups while acknowledging that minor discrepancies may not significantly alter outcomes. Overall, the consensus is that small errors in measurement have a limited impact on the results of the experiment.
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Homework Statement



What would be the effect of calculated value if:
a. Jockey weight is in error by 1 g?
b. Distance from vane center to pivot point is in error by 1 mm?
c. diameter of nozzle 0.1mm different from actual nozzle diameter.

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as the error is too small, the effect can be neglect.
 
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