systematic and random errors in measurements
Systematic errors in measurements refer to consistent and predictable discrepancies between the measured value and the true or accepted value, often caused by flaws in the measuring instrument or the measurement technique. On the other hand, random errors in measurements are unpredictable and inconsistent variations that occur due to uncontrollable factors, such as fluctuations in environmental conditions, human error, or limitations of the measuring instrument itself.
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