To multiply two numbers in scientific notation, you first multiply the coefficients (the numbers before the "x10^") and then add the exponents.
In this case, you would multiply 6.5 and 7 to get 45.5, and then add the exponents: -1 + -2 = -3.
Therefore, (6.5x10^-1) (7x10^-2) = 45.5 x 10^-3 = 4.55 x 10^-2.
Describe the procedure for multiplying two numbers in scientific notation. Then find the product of (6.5x10^-1) (7x10^-2).
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