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The dimensional formula for a physical quantity x is M1L3T2.The errors in measuring the quantities M, L, and T, respectively, are 2%,3%, and 4%. The maximum percentage of error that occurs in measuring the quantity x is

a
9
b
10
c
14
d
19

detailed solution

Correct option is D

X=M−1L3T−2ΔXX100=ΔMM+3ΔLL+2ΔTT100 =2+3×3+2×4=19%

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