Is it possible to have a measurement with no uncertainty?

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Measuring ten identical measurements does not eliminate uncertainty due to inherent systematic errors in the experimental design. Each measurement device has a limited accuracy, meaning that even repeated measurements can still carry uncertainty. The discussion highlights the confusion around whether a specific numerical uncertainty can be derived from multiple measurements. It's essential to consider both random and systematic uncertainties when evaluating measurement accuracy. Ultimately, no measurement can be completely free of uncertainty.
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If you were to measure ten identical measurements, would that imply that your measurement of the wavelength had no uncertainty? what would the uncertainty of the measurement be in that case?


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I am thinking no because there would still be the presence of systematic uncertainties, ie flaws within the design of the experiment. But the problem seems to imply that there is a specific number, which is the part which I'm unsure of. Am I on the right track?
 
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