SOLUTION: To convert from square meters, multiply by -6.452 X 10^-4. Suppose that the area if the square is 6X10^-4 square inches. Convert this area to square meters. (Use scientific notatio

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Question 849508: To convert from square meters, multiply by -6.452 X 10^-4. Suppose that the area if the square is 6X10^-4 square inches. Convert this area to square meters. (Use scientific notation)
3.87 X 10 ^-07 is wrong
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Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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3.87 X 10 ^-07 should be minus 3.87 X 10 ^-07

Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 

Hi,

 1in^2 = 6.452 X 10^-4  m^2



6X10^-4 in^2 = (6X10^-4)(6.452 X 10^-4  m^2) = 3.8712 x10^-7