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Document Type

Activity or Lab

Publication Date

Summer 6-5-2025

Abstract

This Brightspace-ready quiz assesses foundational measurement skills in physics laboratory settings. It includes 16 questions covering key concepts such as random and systematic errors, least counts of measurement tools (micrometer, Vernier caliper, meter stick, graduated cylinder, and triple-beam balance), and data interpretation from physical instruments. The quiz features multiple-choice and numerical answer formats, including visual instrument reading exercises via linked images. Designed for use in college-level introductory physics courses, this package supports automated grading and student feedback within the Brightspace LMS environment.

Comments

  • Suitable for introductory college physics or advanced high school lab courses.
  • Designed to reinforce practical measurement skills and error analysis.
  • Includes a mix of theoretical questions and applied visual interpretation tasks.
  • Linked images help students practice real instrument reading without requiring physical tools.
  • Can be used as a pre-lab quiz, in-class formative assessment, or online homework.
  • Fully compatible with Brightspace's question import format; supports auto-grading.
  • Questions emphasize conceptual understanding and quantitative accuracy.

Creative Commons License

Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.

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