Converting Numbers to Scientific Notation

What is the primary purpose of using scientific notation?

• To simplify addition and subtraction.

• To make numbers look more complex.

• To express very large or small numbers conveniently.

• To avoid using decimals.

What does the placeholder point zero signify in scientific notation?

• The beginning of non-significant digits.

• A decimal point shift to the right.

• The end of significant digits.

• A visual aid for where the decimal point is located.

How many place values are between the decimal and the first non-zero digit for the population of Arizona?

• Five

• Eight

• Six

• Seven

Why do we move the decimal point in scientific notation?

• To find the number of non-zero digits.

• To determine the power of 10.

• To eliminate all zeros.

• To make the number smaller or larger.

What does the power of 10 represent in scientific notation?

• The total number of digits in the number.

• The number of zeros after the decimal.

• The sum of the non-zero digits.

• The number of place values the decimal was moved.

How is scientific notation beneficial for very large numbers?

• It makes the numbers easier to multiply.

• It reduces the number of digits needed.

• It increases the number's value.

• It changes the base of the number system.

What does the example of Arizona's population teach about scientific notation?

• The importance of place values.

• The method to convert any number into scientific notation.

• How to calculate the state's population.

• The way to add zeros to a number.

What is the significance of the number 10 in scientific notation?

• It is the base number used for all scientific notations.

• It represents the number of zeros in the number.

• It is the maximum power that can be used.

• It indicates the number of significant figures.

In the example of 29 billion 700 million, what is the scientific notation?

• 2.97 x 10^10

• 2.97 x 10^9

• 297 x 10^7

• 29.7 x 10^8

What is the final form of a number in scientific notation?

• A number with all non-zero digits.

• A large number followed by zeros.

• A decimal number without zeros.

• A small number multiplied by 10 raised to a power.