The result of an addition or subtraction should have the same number of decimal places as the quantity carrying the _____.
A) the most precise number
B) the least precise number
C) highest number of significant figures
D) least number of significant figures
E) highest decimal numbers

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The result of an addition or subtraction should have the same number of decimal places as the quantity carrying the least precise number, to ensure that the precision of the result is not overstated.

The Result of an Addition or Subtraction Should Have the Same