Divide in scientific notation quick check answers

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Sure! To divide numbers in scientific notation, you follow these steps:

  1. Divide the coefficients (the numbers in front).
  2. Subtract the exponents of the powers of ten.
  3. Rewrite your answer in scientific notation if necessary.

Here's a quick recap of the steps with a hypothetical example:

Example: \[ (6 \times 10^4) \div (2 \times 10^2) \]

  1. Divide the coefficients: \(6 \div 2 = 3\)
  2. Subtract the exponents: \(4 - 2 = 2\)
  3. Combine your results: \(3 \times 10^2\)

So, \( (6 \times 10^4) \div (2 \times 10^2) = 3 \times 10^2\).

If you have specific numbers you want to work with, feel free to share, and I can help with those calculations!