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The number of significant figures in 0.03240 is
The number of significant figures in 0.03240 is
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Trailing zeros in a decimal number are significant. Leading zeros are not significant.
Updated On: Jun 4, 2025
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
The number 0.03240 has 4 significant figures. Leading zeros are not counted as significant figures. Here, '3', '2', '4', and the trailing zero after 4 are significant. Thus, the number has 4 significant figures.
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