Application of Significant Figures

Application of Significant Figures

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Correct to \(3\) significant figures, \(\sqrt{5.1}\approx 2.26\), \(\sqrt{51}\approx 7.14\), \(\sqrt[3]{5.1}\approx 1.72\) and \(\sqrt[3]{51}\approx 3.71\). Using as much information as necessary, find the value of each of the following.

  1. \(\frac{\sqrt{510}}{2}\)
  2. \(\sqrt[3]{0.051}\)

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Answer:(a) Approximately \(11.3\). (b) Approximately \(0.371\).

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