Physics

Physics

Problem

Three liquid-in-glass thermometers are available. Thermometer I: least count 0.5 °C Thermometer II: least count 0.2 °C Thermometer III: least count 0.1 °C You need to measure a temperature rise of roughly 15 °C with a percentage uncertainty less than 1.0 %. Which thermometer should you choose? Show a brief calculation to justify your answer.

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