The most reasonable next step would be checking the calibration of the thermometer to ensure that it is giving accurate readings. Since the results are consistently 5 degrees below the expected boiling point, there may be an issue with the thermometer's accuracy, which should be addressed before drawing conclusions about the measurements or the experiment setup.
A team of scientists is conducting tests to measure the boiling point of a liquid using a thermometer in
the liquid. The team is then recording the temperature where the liquid changes from a liquid to a gas
rapidly. After 100 trials, the results are 5 degrees below the expected results. Which next step is most
reasonable? (1 point)
checking the calibration of the thermometer to ensure that it is giving accurate readings
assuming that the new results are incorrect
checking the insulation of the apparatus to find out if heat is escaping
assuming that the previous measurements are incorrect
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