Question

answer the following questions using the image below: determine the mass (in grams) of the object using the triple beam balance. grams (g) number of sig figs (only use whole numbers) __ lower calibration measurement: g upper calibration measurement: __ g be sure to go to the appropriate amount of sig figs. remember, sig figs include all known digits, plus one estimated digit.

Explanation:

Step1: Read values from beams

The top - beam reads 100 g, the middle - beam reads 200 g, and the bottom - beam reads 1 g.

Step2: Calculate total mass

Total mass = 100 + 200+1 = 301 g

Step3: Determine number of significant figures

The measurement 301 g has 3 significant figures.

Step4: Identify calibration measurements

The smallest division on the bottom - beam (lower calibration) is 0.1 g and the largest division (upper calibration) is 1 g.

Answer:

Blank 1: 301
Blank 2: 3
Blank 3: 0.1
Blank 4: 1