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Measurements & Instrumentation Measurement Errors

For a true value of 100 V and a measured value of 98 V, the magnitude of percentage error relative to the true value is?

A1%
B2%
C98%
D102%

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Correct Answer: B. 2%

Explanation: Absolute error magnitude is 2 V, so percentage error = (2/100)×100 = 2%.

Reference: Standard measurements and instrumentation: measurement errors

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