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No, adding more clocks to an entangled network does not inherently increase the accuracy of time measurement. Quantum entanglement does not directly improve the precision or accuracy of individual clock measurements.

Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon where two or more particles become correlated in a way that their quantum states are interdependent. It allows for the sharing of certain properties between the entangled particles, such as their spin or polarization. However, entanglement itself does not enhance the accuracy of the measurements made on the individual particles.

In the case of atomic clocks, the accuracy and precision are determined by the internal workings and stability of each clock, as well as the quality of the measurement process. Entangling two atomic clocks does not change the intrinsic accuracy of each clock or the way they tick.

However, a network of entangled clocks can potentially enable improved synchronization and comparisons between the clocks. By exploiting entanglement and quantum communication protocols, it may be possible to share information about the time measurements between the clocks with high precision and reduced communication uncertainties. This can aid in achieving a more accurate and synchronized reference time across the network.

In summary, while entangled clocks can facilitate improved synchronization and comparisons, adding more clocks to the entangled network alone does not directly increase the accuracy of time measurement. The accuracy of each clock remains determined by its intrinsic properties and measurement techniques.

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