Question

When multiplying two numbers in scientific notation, what operations do you use on the coefficients and the exponents of the powers of

Answer 1

To multiply two numbers in scientific notation, you multiply the coefficients and add the exponents.

For example:
Let's say we have 3.4 x 10^5 multiplied by 2.7 x 10^3.

First, multiply the coefficients: 3.4 x 2.7 = 9.18.

Then, add the exponents: 10^5 + 10^3 = 10^8.

So the result in scientific notation is 9.18 x 10^8.