Scientific Notation Operations

What is the first step when multiplying two numbers with exponents?

• Add the exponents

• Multiply the coefficients

• Subtract the exponents

• Divide the coefficients

When multiplying numbers in scientific notation, what should you do with the exponents?

• Multiply them

• Divide them

• Subtract them

• Add them

In the example 2.34 x 10^6 and 1.7 x 10^8, what is the product of the coefficients?

• 3.978

• 4.08

• 3.5

• 2.34

What is the result of adding the exponents 6 and 8 in the first example?

• 16

• 12

• 14

• 10

In the second example, what is the result of multiplying 2 and 4.2?

• 6.4

• 8.4

• 9.4

• 7.2

What is the sum of the exponents -4 and -8 in the second example?

• -14

• -8

• -12

• -10

In the third example, what adjustment is made when the factor is greater than 10?

• Add 2 to the exponent

• Subtract 1 from the exponent

• Move the decimal to the left

• Move the decimal to the right

What is the final exponent after adjusting 10.4 x 10^14 to proper scientific notation?

• 13

• 16

• 15

• 14

In the last example, what is the product of 5.6 and 3.8?

• 20.28

• 21.28

• 19.28

• 22.28

What is the final exponent after adjusting 21.28 x 10^-7 to proper scientific notation?

• -6

• -8

• -7

• -5