To calculate the percentage deviation, we can use the following formula:
\[ \text{Percentage Deviation} = \left( \frac{\text{Deviation}}{\text{Mean}} \right) \times 100 \]
Given:
- Deviation = 0.568 grams
- Mean = 17.342 grams
Now, plug in the values:
\[ \text{Percentage Deviation} = \left( \frac{0.568}{17.342} \right) \times 100 \]
Now, calculate the fraction:
\[ \frac{0.568}{17.342} \approx 0.0328 \]
Now, multiply by 100 to find the percentage:
\[ \text{Percentage Deviation} \approx 0.0328 \times 100 \approx 3.28% \]
Therefore, the percentage deviation is approximately 3.28%.