To determine which number has the greatest value, we need to convert the numbers to scientific notation and compare their coefficients.
The first number, 654,987,034, can be written in scientific notation as 6.54987034 × 10^8.
The second number, 645,897,430, can be written in scientific notation as 6.4589743 × 10^8.
The third number, 546,789,340, can be written in scientific notation as 5.4678934 × 10^8.
Comparing the coefficients, we can see that the greatest value is 6.54987034 × 10^8.
Use scientific notation to determine which of these numbers has the greatest value: 654,987,034; 645,897,430; or 546,789,340. Write your answer in scientific notation, expressed to the exact decimal place.
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