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student | wind speed measurement (mph) | correct wind speed (mph) | amount of error (mph)
lydia | 15 | 10 | 5
kaden | 35 | 50 | 15
which measurement do you think was more accurate?
lydia’s measurement
kaden’s measurement
Accuracy is determined by comparing the absolute error between the measured value and the correct value. A smaller absolute error means a more accurate measurement. Lydia's measurement has an error of 5 mph, while Kaden's has an error of 15 mph. Since 5 < 15, Lydia's measurement is more accurate.
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Lydia's Measurement