Question

The figure of a centimeter scale below shows a particular position of the vernier calipers. In this position the value of x shown in the figure is ( figure is not to scale) 

(A)   0.02 cm

(B)  3.65 cm

(C)  4.15 cm

(D)  0.03 cm

Answer 1

Correct option  (D) 0.03 cm 

Explanation:

x = 0.3 cm – 3 x scale division of vernier calipers

= 0.3 cm -3 x 9/100

= 30 - 27/100

= 30 - 27/100

= 3/100

= 0.03 cm