When repeated measurements each have a systematic error in the same direction, one says that the measurements contain:
A) precision.
B) random error.
C) bias.
D) measurement error.

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When repeated measurements have a systematic error in the same direction, it is referred to as bias. The other choices are not correct in this scenario. Precision refers to the consistency and reproducibility of measurements, random error refers to the variability of measurements due to chance, and measurement error encompasses any type of error that can occur in the measurement process.

When Repeated Measurements Each Have a Systematic Error in the Same