Significant figures

:Definition
Significant figures are the digits in a number that carry meaning
or contribute to its accuracy. They provide information about
the precision or uncertainty of a measurement or calculation.
:The rules for determining significant figures are as follows

.Non-zero digits are always significant .1

.For example, in the number 96.72, all four digits are significant
.Zeros between non-zero digits are significant .2
.For example, in the number 1001, all four digits are significant
Leading zeros (zeros to the left of the first non-zero digit) are .3
.not significant
For example, in the number 0.0084, only the digits 8 and 4 are
.significant
Trailing zeros may or may not be significant. In the number .4
1200, the zeros are significant, indicating precision to the
.nearest hundred

In conclusion, significant figures are important for indicating the

precision and reliability of numerical values, and following the
rules for significant figures is crucial in maintaining accuracy in
.calculations and measurements