Calculator Notation and Scientific Notation

This video tutorial covers the use of scientific notation on calculators, focusing on the EE function. It explains how to input numbers in scientific notation and demonstrates key functions on a typical scientific calculator. The tutorial includes an example of calculating the total population of three states using scientific notation. It also guides viewers on matching scientific notation with calculator notation. The lesson concludes with a preview of the next module on proportional relationships.

What function is typically used on scientific calculators to enter numbers in scientific notation?

• The 'SQRT' function

• The 'EE' function

• The 'EXP' function

• The 'LOG' function

On a Texas Instruments calculator, which key must be pressed to access the 'EE' function?

• The 'Shift' key

• The 'Mode' key

• The 'Second' key

• The 'Alpha' key

When adding numbers in scientific notation on a calculator, what is the first step?

• Convert all numbers to standard notation

• Press the 'Add' button before entering any numbers

• Enter the first number and press the 'EE' key

• Convert all numbers to the same power of 10

How is the number 3.19 x 10^6 entered on a calculator?

• 3.19 E 6

• 3.19 EE 6

• 3.19 x 10^6

• 3.19 EXP 6

What is the result of adding 3.19 x 10^6, 2.99 x 10^7, and 4.49 x 10^6 on a calculator?

• 37,580,000

• 3.758 x 10^7

• 3.758 x 10^6

• 37,580

How do you convert 4 E 3 from calculator notation to scientific notation?

• 0.4 x 10^3

• 40 x 10^3

• 4.0 x 10^3

• 4 x 10^3

Which of the following represents 1.4 x 10^3 in calculator notation?

• 1.4 E 3

• 14 E 3

• 0.14 E 3

• 1.04 E 3

What does the capital 'E' represent in calculator notation?

• Error

• Equals

• Times 10

• Exponent

What will the next module cover after scientific notation?

• Advanced algebra

• Basic arithmetic

• Proportional relationships

• Graphing linear equations

If you don't have a scientific calculator, how can you add numbers in scientific notation?

• Add them directly without conversion

• Use a graphing calculator instead

• Ensure they all have the same power of 10

• Convert them to standard notation first