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Measurement Error as Percentage

Compare measurement with reference value wey no be zero.

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Absolute error as percentage

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Use consistent units. Result follow the assumptions wey you enter.

Formula

Use E = 100abs(m−r)/abs(r). m na measured value, r na di nonzero reference for di same unit, and abs mean absolute value. E na percent error.

Compare measurement with reference value wey no be zero.

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Value wey you measure
98
Value wey you use as reference
100
Absolute error as percentage
2 %
Relative error with direction sign
-2 %

Where e fit work and limits

Use consistent units. Result follow the assumptions wey you enter.

We check inputs for missing values and allowed ranges. Result wey pass the finite numeric range no go show. Rounding affect wetin display, while calculation use the model numeric precision.

Check your units and assumptions before you rely on result. Changing label no convert currency or physical unit.

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