Question

Which factors could be potential sources of error in the experiment? check all that apply.

Answer 1

(A)energy lost in the lever due to friction

(C) visual estimation of height of the beanbag

(E)position of the fulcrum for the lever affecting transfer of energy

Answer 2

Answer:

The Correct Answer is A, C, and E.

Explanation:

There are many potential sources of errors when designing and carrying pout experiments.

• Personal error: Inaccurate observation by observers, If the data collecting has two observers and they have collected two different data which is not matching with the experiment data then it would be considered as the Observer or personal error.
• Instrumental errors: If Calibration of the instruments is not carried out correctly then it will produce incorrect data then it will be categorized under Instrumental error of experiment.