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An analyst reported 40.9 ppm Na in all 10 analyses of the standard solution having a true value of 40.11 ± 0.3 ppm. This data is:

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Precision refers to the consistency of results, while accuracy indicates how close results are to the true value.
Updated On: Feb 20, 2026
  • Precise but not accurate
  • Accurate but not precise
  • Neither accurate nor precise
  • Both accurate and precise
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Precision: Consistent reporting of 40.9 ppm across 10 analyses demonstrates high precision and low variation.

Accuracy: The reported value of 40.9 ppm is accurate, falling within the true value's range of 40.11 ± 0.3 ppm.

Therefore, the data is both accurate (close to the true value) and precise (reproducible).

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