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Metrology Dictionary

The complete VIM vocabulary — all numbered concepts of JCGM 200:2012 as faithful paraphrases with clause citations — plus clearly labeled practice terms from the GUM, ILAC, ISO and NIST guidance.

Systematic measurement error

The component of measurement error that in replicate measurements remains constant or varies predictably. Known systematic errors are compensated by correction.

VIM (JCGM 200:2012) 2.17 · General