Question

Perform the following mathematical operation, and report the answer to the correct number of significant figures. 5.446 x 0.14156 = [?]" Options: a) 0.78 b) 0.7 c) 0.770 d) 0.765

Answer 1

0.77

8 significant figures

Explanation:

5.446 x 0.14156 = 0.77093576

= 0.77

8 significant figures.

- All non zeroes are significant.

- zeroes between non-zero digits are significant.

- zeroes trailing to the right are significant.