SOLUTION: I need help converting to scientific notation the following... Use an x to indicate multiplication, but do not include spaces in your response. Don;t forget to use the ^ sign to

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Question 264203: I need help converting to scientific notation the following...
Use an x to indicate multiplication, but do not include spaces in your response. Don;t forget to use the ^ sign to indicate exponents....
71500
Can someone help me please ?
thank you!
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
71500 = 7.15*10^4
Using x for multiplication is not a good idea, x is often used as a variable. Use the asterisk instead.
Even better, use
7.15E4