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Notes on how to multiply/divide with scientific notation

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Answer:

Treat the numbers separately and powers separately.

Multiply the two results at the end.

Example:

(2×10⁵) ÷ (4×10²)

(2 ÷ 4) × (10⁵ ÷ 10²)

0.5 × 10³

5.0 × 10²

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