The least count of a vernier calliper is 0.01 cm. A measurement should be recorded as MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The least count of a vernier calliper is 0.01 cm. A measurement should be recorded as
A. 2.5000 cm
B. 2.5 cm
C. 2.500 cm
D. 2.50 cm
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Least count determines precision: two decimal places. So 2.50 cm. Extra digits indicate false precision.

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