The boiling point of a substance is tested. After 10 tests, the result is given as 37 °C.

Question

Which conclusion can be drawn from this result? (1 point)
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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 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.

Answer 1

The most appropriate conclusion that can be drawn from the result of 37 °C after 10 tests, given the context of the possible variations (±3 °C), is:

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

This conclusion acknowledges the variability in the measurements while providing a reasonable estimate of the boiling point range based on the tested value and the margin of error.