Percentage Error Calculator

Find the percent error between a measured quantity and its true value.

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FAQ

Why square the difference?

Squaring removes negative signs before taking the square root.

Does percent error show accuracy?

Yes, smaller errors mean measurements closer to the true value.

Can actual value be zero?

No, percent error is undefined when the true value is zero.

Is the result signed?

No, percent error is always positive.

Additional Information

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