error propagation

Error propagation refers to how uncertainties in measurements affect the final result when calculations are made. When you combine different measurements, each with their own error margin, these uncertainties can accumulate or diminish in the final outcome. For instance, if you’re calculating the area of a rectangle, the errors in measuring its length and width will influence the overall area calculation. Understanding error propagation helps in assessing the reliability and accuracy of results in fields like science, engineering, and statistics, ensuring that decisions based on these results are sound and informed.