Assume when using a meter stick measuring can be done so that the last significant figure is in the tenth of a millimeter digit.If you are measuring an object with length between 6 and 7 cm,how many significant figures will result if you only use the part of the meter stick between the 1-cm and 9-cm positions?
A)2
B)3
C)4
D)more than 4

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When measuring with a meter stick that allows for precision to the tenth of a millimeter, the measurement will have three significant figures. For example, a measurement of 6.35 cm has three significant figures.

Assume When Using a Meter Stick Measuring Can Be Done