Multiplying two numbers in scientific notation

The video tutorial explains how to multiply numbers using scientific notation. It covers the process of multiplying real numbers and powers of 10 separately, aligning decimals, and adding exponents. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of ensuring the final answer is in proper scientific notation form, between one and ten.

What is the first step when multiplying numbers in scientific notation?

What is the importance of aligning decimals when multiplying numbers?

How do you handle the powers of 10 when multiplying in scientific notation?

Why must the final answer in scientific notation be between one and ten?

What is the final result of multiplying 8 and 1.2 in scientific notation?