Is Your Experimental Value Within the Accepted Range?

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The discussion centers on understanding the concept of "accepted range" in experimental values, emphasizing its variability depending on the specific experiment. The formula for calculating the discrepancy between accepted and experimental values is provided: (|Accepted value - experimental value|) / accepted value. Participants highlight the subjective nature of determining acceptable ranges and the importance of evaluating one's accuracy based on equipment and skill level. Ultimately, the conversation stresses the need for critical assessment of experimental results.

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What is the "accepted range"?

Homework Statement



Were your values within an acceptable range? If not, find reasons for the discrepancy.

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( |Accepted value - experimental value| ) / accepted value

Absolute value of accepted value-experimental value over accepted value

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I'm not sure, I just don't know what the accepted range is.
 
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The accepted range is different for each experiment. At times it is subjective. You are probably being asked for a subjective evaluation of your accuracy. Could you improve your results in some way. Was your result the best that could be expected given your equipment and skill?
 


Okay, thanks.
 

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