Rounding to Significant Figures: Error +/-58, Observed 227.32

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The discussion centers on how to round the observed value of 227.32 given an error of ±58. It emphasizes that the number of significant figures should reflect the accuracy of the measuring instrument used. If the value is derived from a question, the significant figures should match those present in the original data. The rounding process should consider both the observed value and the associated error. Proper rounding ensures accurate representation of the data's precision.
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if error was found out to be plus/minus 58 and observed value was 227.32 how should the data be rounded of( to which significant figure)


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What is the number 227.32 related to? if you measured it your significant figures would be related to the accuracy of the measuring instrument. If it was from a question the i would just use the amount of significant figures that was used in the numbers in the question.
 

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