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Chapter 6: Q. 742 (page 805)

In the following exercises, write each number in scientific notation.

The thickness of a dime is about 0.053inches.

Short Answer

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The number 0.053in scientific notation is 5.3×10-2

Step by step solution

01

Step 1. Given Information

The number:

0.053

02

Step 2. Write in scientific notation

Move the decimal to right up to 2places.

And since the number is greater than , the power will be negative.

0.053=5.3×10-2

03

Step 3. Check the answer

5.3×10-2=5.3×0.01=0.053

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