A calculator displays 3.982E5. How do you write 3.982E5 in standard form?

Answer 1

To convert the scientific notation $3.982\times {10}^5$ (which is what $3.982E5$ represents) into standard form, you can follow these steps:

1. Multiply $3.982$ by ${10}^5$:
   • ${10}^5$ means you move the decimal point 5 places to the right.
   • Starting with $3.982$, moving the decimal 5 places gives you $398200$.

Thus, $3.982E5$ in standard form is 398200.