Q1 / 90 · JEE Main 2022 (29 Jun Shift 2) · Chemistry

Using the rules for significant figures, the correct answer for the expression 0.02858×0.1120.5702 will be:

  • A
    0.005613
  • Correct answer
    B
    0.00561
  • C
    0.0056
  • D
    0.006

Solution

In multiplication and division, the result must be reported with no more significant figures as in the measurement with few significant figures

0.02858×0.1120.5702=0.000561

(Or) Reported answer should not be more precise than the least precise term in calculations, so there should be three significant figures in reported answer.

 

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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