Help with Simple Problem: Match Objects to Size Scales

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In summary, the object size scales are: 1) C - 1e-2 m (centimeter), 2) F - 1e-3 m (millimeter), 3) D - 1e-15 m, 4) E - 1e-4 m (tenth of a millimeter), 5) B - 1e-9 m, 6) A - 1e-1 m (decimeter). The correct answer for the diameter of a hair is E, not B. Additionally, the size of a twig could either be 1e-2 m (centimeter) or 1e-3 m (millimeter).
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I need help with a very simple problem. Here it is:

8. [2pt] Match the object with the size scale.
(E.g., if the first corresponds to B, and the others to C, enter BCCCCC)
1) Thickness of a window pane.
2) Diameter of a twig.
3) Diameter of a proton.
4) Diameter of a hair.
5) Size of an oil molecule
6) Size of a robin.

A. 1e-1 m (decimeter)
B. 1e-9 m
C. 1e-2 m (centimeter)
D. 1e-15 m
E. 1e-4 m (tenth of a millimeter)
F. 1e-3 m (millimeter)

Note that you can put in N, meaning "none of the above"


Now, what I have so far is:
CFDBBA (incorrect)

I have 20 tries on an automated system for this, but I wasted 10 when I thought you could only put a letter once, and 9 more thinking there were no Ns. Any help?
 
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4 is definitely E (not B) : hair is usually 50 to 100 microns in diameter.

I'd try CFDEBA and if that fails, CCDEBA (you can have thick twigs)
 
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Windowpane, proton and molecule are correct.

a twig could be either cm or mm, I think that one is unfair, but you get to try both.
 
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Chi Meson said:
Windowpane, proton and molecule are correct.

a twig could be either cm or mm, I think that one is unfair, but you get to try both.

I have one try left.
Make that 0 tries left.
 

Related to Help with Simple Problem: Match Objects to Size Scales

What is the purpose of matching objects to size scales?

The purpose of matching objects to size scales is to accurately compare the sizes of different objects. This can be useful in a variety of fields such as engineering, architecture, and biology.

What are some common size scales used for matching objects?

Some common size scales used for matching objects include metric units (such as centimeters, meters, and kilometers) and imperial units (such as inches, feet, and miles). Other scales may also be used depending on the specific application.

How do you match an object to a size scale?

To match an object to a size scale, you first need to determine the unit of measurement being used (e.g. centimeters). Then, you measure the object and convert the measurement to the appropriate unit. Finally, you compare the measurement to the scale to determine the object's size.

What is the benefit of using size scales when matching objects?

The benefit of using size scales when matching objects is that it allows for a standardized and precise way of comparing sizes. This can help to avoid confusion or errors in measurements.

Are there any limitations to matching objects to size scales?

One limitation of matching objects to size scales is that it assumes all objects are perfectly proportional. In reality, objects may have irregular shapes or dimensions that do not fit neatly on a scale. Additionally, errors in measurement or conversion may also affect the accuracy of the size comparison.

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