SOLUTION: Write in scientific notation. (6.2 x 10^-5)(3 x 10^3) ___________ ___________ 2 x 10^4 I'm sure you already know, but ^ with the number to the right, is an exp

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Question 170707: Write in scientific notation.
(6.2 x 10^-5)(3 x 10^3)
________________________
2 x 10^4

I'm sure you already know, but ^ with the number to the right, is an exponent.
Thanks for any help you can give me. I'm lost.

Answer by stanbon(75887)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Write in scientific notation.
(6.2 x 10^-5)(3 x 10^3) / (2 x 10^4)
= [6.2*3/2]
= 9.3 * 10^-6
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Cheers,
Stan H.

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