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What does 8.3 × 10^ -5 in standard notation ​

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Answer:

0.000083

Explanation:

When you multiply by 10^-5, you're really multiplying by 0.00001. This multiplied by 8.3 is 0.000083. It also means that you just move the decimal place in 8.3 to the left five times, where you'll get the same answer.

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