To determine which number has the least value, we need to write these numbers in scientific notation and compare the exponents.
98,789,000 can be written as 9.8789 x 10^7
987,890,000 can be written as 9.8789 x 10^8
89,987,000 can be written as 8.9987 x 10^7
Comparing the exponents, we can see that 9.8789 x 10^7 is the least value.
Question
Use scientific notation to determine which of these numbers has the least value: 98,789,000; 987,890,000; or 89,987,000. Write your answer in scientific notation, expressed to the exact decimal place.(1 point)
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