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Re: [Phys-L] Sig Figs homework from my 7th grader



If these numbers were representing Currency, then no rounding or traction would be called for.

i.e. Counting Numbers don't get treated like Measurement Numbers.


On Oct 9, 2013, at 9:49 AM, Paul Nord <paul.nord@valpo.edu> wrote:

I know the answer the teacher wants, but i find it troubling...

10.53 + 0.615 = ?

Share and enjoy,
Paul
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