16.16—Discuss the uncertainty of measurements and their implications for the validity of the final results

Be able to discuss the uncertainty of measurements and their implications for the validity of the final results.

Use —discuss the uncertainty of measurements and their implications for the validity of the final results to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.

This matters because —discuss the uncertainty of measurements and their implications for the validity of the final results determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.

Example: apply —discuss the uncertainty of measurements and their implications for the validity of the final results to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.

Boundary: —Discuss the uncertainty of measurements and their implications for the validity of the final results is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.