Multiple choice question on the absolute uncertainty?

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The discussion revolves around determining the absolute uncertainty in a physical quantity from 10 experimental trials. The options presented include the mean of the data, the standard error of the data, or none of the above. The consensus leans towards option b, as absolute uncertainty relates to measurement error. It is clarified that "absolute uncertainty" is synonymous with "standard error." The conclusion affirms that the initial answer regarding standard error was indeed correct.
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An experiment is performed to determine a physical quantity and 10 trials are made. The absolute uncertainty in the quantity can be given by

a. the mean of the data
b. the standard error of the data
c. None of the above

I'm leaning more towards b because absolute uncertainty has to deal with error in measurements or calculation. am i right?

nvm my answer was correct.
 
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"absolute uncertainty" is another way of saying "standard error" yes.
 
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