What is the difference between a mistake and an error in the context of physical measurements?

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$(1)$ $A$ mistake is caused by carelessness,wrong calculations,or improper methods of measurement.$(1)$ An error is caused by the imperfect design of the measuring instrument or the observation limitations of individuals.
$(2)$ By taking proper care,a mistake can be eliminated completely.$(2)$ By taking more observations or using an instrument with a smaller least count,an error can be minimized but not completely eliminated.

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