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30 points! Divide (8.6 x 10^8) by (3.2 x 10^3). Express your answer in scientific notation. A) .26875 x 10^6 B) 2.6875 x 10^5 C) 2.6875 x 10^11 D) 26.875 x 10^24
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Divide (8.6 x 10^8) by (3.2 x 10^3). Express your answer in scientific notation.












A)
.26875 x 10^6



B)
2.6875 x 10^5



C)
2.6875 x 10^11



D)
26.875 x 10^24

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To divide scientific notation, divide the decimals and subtract the powers of 10 for a result of 8.6/3.2=2.6875 multiplied by ten to the 8-3=5. B is the correct answer.
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