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  • https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_Chemistry/Introductory_Chemistry_(CK-12)/03%3A_Measurements/3.15%3A_Rounding
    This page discusses the practice of rounding numbers, especially regarding significant figures. It explains how people simplify measurements for easier communication, as seen in examples involving fis...This page discusses the practice of rounding numbers, especially regarding significant figures. It explains how people simplify measurements for easier communication, as seen in examples involving fishermen. The text highlights the relationship between rounding and precision, noting that increased rounding can diminish accuracy. It underscores the importance of grasping rounding rules for scientific precision.

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