⚙️ap physics c: mechanics review

Systematic error

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

An error that consistently biases measurements in one direction (higher or lower) rather than randomly, often due to a flaw in experimental procedure or equipment.

AP course connection

Topic ap-physics-c-mechanics-frq-experimental-design-topic-1: FRQ 3 – Experimental Design

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