What type of error has occurred when a data scientist records a measurement incorrectly after viewing the correct value on the measuring device?
- systematic
- gross
- random
- instrumental
Explanation: The different types of errors in measurement include the following:
- Instrumental - Every device is limited in how precise it can be.
- Gross - An incorrect value is accidentally recorded after the correct value is viewed.
- Random - The measuring device is correctly measuring an item and providing a varying value.
- Systematic - The measuring tool is not correctly calibrated.
Exam with this question: Big data & Analytics Chapter 4 Quiz Answers – Advanced Data Analytics and Machine Learning
Please login or Register to submit your answer