The incorrect rule regarding the determination of significant figures is

  • A
    Zeros preceding the first non-zero digit are not significant.
  • B
    Zeros between two non-zero digits are not significant.
  • C
    Zeros at the right end of the number are significant if they are on the right side of the decimal point.
  • D
    All non-zero digits are significant.

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