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Divide. (9.756×10^−7)÷(1.8×10^−9)
Express your answer in scientific notation.

User Szenis
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Answer:
5.42*10^(2)


Explanation:

To solve this problem you must apply the proccedure shown below:

1. Divide 9.756 by 1.8.

2. According the properties of exponents, if you have a division of two powers with equal base, you must subtract the exponents.

3. Therefore, you obtain the following result:


((9.756*10^(-7)))/((1.8*10^(-9)))=5.42*10^(-7-(-9))=5.42*10^((-7+9))=5.42*10^(2)


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