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Which number is larger, 2x10^-3 or 3x10^-2? Explain.

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Answer:

3x10^-2 is larger

Explanation:

2x10^-3 = 0.002

beause 10^-3 = decimal place three place to the left

3x10^-2 = 0.03

beause 10^-2 = decimal place two place to the left

User Abner Samuel
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Answer:

3×10'-2 is larger

Explanation:

2×10'-3=0.002

3×10'-2=0.03

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