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To find out how many years it will take to yield \( 6.42 \times 10^4 \) dollars in interest at a rate of $802.50 per year, we can use the formula:
\[
\text{Years} = \frac{\text{Total Interest}}{\text{Annual Interest}}
\]
Substituting the given values:
\[
\text{Years} = \frac{6.42 \times 10^4}{802.50}
\]
Now, let's calculate the result:
1. First, divide \( 6.42 \times 10^4 \) by \( 802.50 \):
\[
\text{Years} \approx 80.00
\]
2. Now, let's express \( 80.00 \) in scientific notation:
\[
80.00 = 8.0 \times 10^1
\]
Thus, the answer is:
\[
\boxed{8 \times 10^1}
\]