Factors Impacting Results:

Many factors in this activity have the ability to impact the results we accomplish. These
considerations include our equipment's accuracy, trial consistency, experimental setup,
instrument calibration, and, of course, human error.

The precision in our measurement tools has a significant impact on result accuracy. Our
Vernier calipers and micrometers each have their unique level of precision. It is critical to note
that systematic mistakes related to equipment accuracy may inject uncertainty into our
measurements (Taylor, 1997).

The consistency found over numerous trials contributes to the dependability of our
findings. Discrepancies may arise owing to differences in experimental settings, limits of our
tools, or even human variables. Maintaining a high level of regularity in both the setup and
execution of our experiment is critical for reducing trial to trial differences (Kleinbaum et al.,
2007).

External impacts, such as air resistance and the condition of the surface, have a tendency
to influence our findings. For example, while measuring time and speed on a dynamic cart, air
resistance may impact the motion. By exerting control and standardizing our experimental
circumstances, we may successfully balance these external impacts (American Psychological
Association, 2020).

The accuracy of our measuring tools, such as the stopwatch and triple beam balance, is
dependent on thorough calibration. Disregarding calibration often may result in broad mistakes,
bringing inaccuracies into the collected data. Regular calibration methods are required to ensure
the reliability of our devices during our examination(Taylor, 1997).

Human competence and reliability appear as critical elements in ensuring accurate

readings. Human mistakes, such as misalignment assessments when measuring equipment or
variation in the exertion of force when operating instruments, might introduce uncertainty into
our findings. Training and adherence to experimental methods are valuable approaches for
mitigating human mistakes (Kleinbaum et al., 2007).
 Identifying and resolving these issues helps considerably improve both the reliability and
the overall validity of the results of our tests. This, in the end, sets the stage for drawing
meaningful conclusions from the studies we do.

References:

American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological

Association (7th ed.). https://doi.org/10.1037/0000165-000

Kleinbaum, D. G., Kupper, L. L., & Muller, K. E. (2007). Applied regression analysis and other
multivariable methods. Cengage Learning.
https://ebin.pub/download/applied-regression-analysis-and-other-multivariable-methods-5nbsp
ed-1285051084-9781285051086.html

Taylor, J. R. (1997). An introduction to error analysis: The study of uncertainties in physical

measurements (2nd ed.).
https://faculty.kfupm.edu.sa/phys/aanaqvi/Taylor-An%20Introduction%20to%20Error%20Analysi
s.pdf