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Which number is in the correct format for scientific notation?

A 3.8*10^12


B 33.8* 10


C 3.8 *20^8

User Fitrah M
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Answer:

The answer to your question is: letter A

Explanation:

Rules for using scientific notation:

1.- The number before the decimal point must be between 1 and 10.

2.- Determine the exponent

3.- It must be in decimal format, ( x 10)

A 3.8*10^12 This number is in correct scientific notation.

B 33.8* 10 This number is incorrect, because before the decimal point the number must be between 1 and 10.

C 3.8 *20^8 This number is incorrect because the power must be 10 not 20.

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