In the context of accuracy of measurement and significant figures in expressing results of experiment, which of the following is/are correct
$(1)$ Out of the two measurements $50.14 \,cm$ and $0.00025$ ampere, the first one has greater accuracy
$(2)$ If one travels $478\, km$ by rail and $397\, m$. by road, the total distance travelled is $478\, km.$
AOnly $(1)$ is correct
BOnly $(2)$ is correct
C
Both are correct
D
None of them is correct.
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C
Both are correct
c Since for $50.14\, cm$, significant number $= 4 $ and for $0.00025$, significant numbers $= 2$
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