Asked by tyt

The boiling point of a substance is tested. After 10 tests, the result is given as 37 +/−3
°C. Which conclusion can be drawn from this result? (1 point)
Responses

The actual boiling point is either 34°C or 40°C.
The actual boiling point is either 34°C or 40°C.

The scientists should not report these results until they have the exact number.
The scientists should not report these results until they have the exact number.

The scientists do not need to collect more data because they have narrowed down the range of the results.
The scientists do not need to collect more data because they have narrowed down the range of the results.

The actual boiling point is probably between 34°C and 40°C.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
The actual boiling point is probably between 34°C and 40°C.

Explanation: 37 ± 3°C means the measured value is 37°C with an uncertainty of 3°C, so the true value is likely in the range 37−3 to 37+3 (34–40°C).