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My question is when multiplying scientific notations, after taking say, (8.2 * 4.5) and (10^9 * 10^-5) are you multiplying the 8.2 * 4.5, or adding?

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Answer:

Explanation:

I am not sure if this is what you are asking

8.2*4.5 *
10^(9) *10^(-5) = 36.9 *
10^(9-5) = 3.69 *10*
10^(4)=3.69*
10^(5)

User PierU
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Answer:you are adding them

Explanation:

User Dhaval Shah
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