Exponents and scientific notation

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What is an exponent?

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What is scientific notation?

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How do you add numbers in scientific notation?

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To add numbers in scientific notation, they must have the same exponent. If they do not, adjust one or both numbers so they do, then add the coefficients.

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What is the rule for multiplying exponents with the same base?

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What is the rule for dividing exponents with the same base?

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How do you convert a number from standard form to scientific notation?

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To convert a number to scientific notation, move the decimal point to the right of the first non-zero digit and count the number of places moved. This count becomes the exponent of 10.

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How do you subtract numbers in scientific notation?

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To subtract numbers in scientific notation, they must have the same exponent. If they do not, adjust one or both numbers so they do, then subtract the coefficients.

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