Why are there discrepancies in my circuit evaluation?

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Discrepancies in circuit evaluations can arise from various factors, including differences in wire resistance, personal measurement errors, incorrect dial readings, and component tolerances. Internal resistance of measurement meters is also a significant source of error. The original poster is seeking additional reasons for the differences between measured and calculated values. They express uncertainty about how to share their circuit setup for further assistance. The discussion highlights the importance of accurate measurements and understanding potential sources of error in circuit evaluations.
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i am doing an evaluation on a circuit in which i measured all the values e.g the current, voltage etc, and i also calculated the values.
there is a large diffrence in between the measured and calculated values, can anybody give me some reasons for this.
ive got some which are - diffrent resinstance in the wire, personal errors, reading the dial's wrong, the tolerances on the components.
is there anything else which i could talk about?
thanks
 
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Yes, the internal resistance of the meters can be serious source of errors. Show your set up, please.

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thanks for the help,, also i am new on here an I am not too sure how to put my circuits up,, but anyway I've handed my work in!
 
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