Which statement correctly explains accuracy and precision?

  • A Accuracy means readings are close together only
  • B Precision means a reading is close to the true value
  • C Accuracy is closeness to the true value, while precision is closeness among repeated readings
  • D Accuracy and precision always mean exactly the same thing
Correct Answer: Option C — Accuracy is closeness to the true value, while precision is closeness among repeated readings
Explanation:
Accurate measurements are close to the accepted value, while precise measurements are close to one another.
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