SOLUTION: How do I do a problem like this: 5(3.2 x 10 to the -4 power) and it says to simplify. Write answer using scientific notation.

SOLUTION: How do I do a problem like this: 5(3.2 x 10 to the -4 power) and it says to simplify. Write answer using scientific notation.

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Question 724187: How do I do a problem like this: 5(3.2 x 10 to the -4 power) and it says to simplify. Write answer using scientific notation.
Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
5(3.2 x 10 to the -4 power)
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5*3.2E-4 = 16E-4
= 1.6E-3 or

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