True of false
A broken scale can make changes in data appear less they than they actually are. If false, explain why.
I know the answer is false because it is in my book, but I don't understand why.
Hey Katie neither do I. But is this this Katie from SWCS
ayyyyy its because it can be misleading by making it look like it's closer than it actually is so it makes it misleading
I mean like that what my saxon book indirectly says so I'm just guessing it's just a fact
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False.
A broken scale would not be able to make changes in data appear less than they actually are. This is because a scale measures weight or mass, which is a physical property that cannot be altered by the scale itself. A broken scale may provide inaccurate measurements or inconsistent readings, but it would not deliberately decrease the value of the data.
If you are looking for an explanation as to why a broken scale would not be able to manipulate data in this way, it is important to understand how scales work. Scales rely on mechanisms such as springs, load cells, or balances to determine the weight or mass of an object. These mechanisms are designed to accurately measure the force exerted by the object being weighed.
In the case of a broken scale, it could have several issues that result in inaccurate readings. For example, the internal components might be damaged or misaligned, leading to inconsistent measurements. The scale might also have calibration problems, which could result in systematic errors where readings are consistently too high or too low. However, none of these issues would enable the scale to deliberately alter the data by making changes appear less than they actually are.
Therefore, it is important to ensure that scales are properly maintained, calibrated, and in good working condition to obtain accurate measurements.