Question 1
Fractions, Decimals and ApproximationMultiply 3.4 × 10−5 by 7.1 × 108 and leave the answer in standard form.
- A.2.414 × 102
- B.2.414 × 103
- C.2.414 × 104
- D.2414 × 105
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (2.414 × 104)
Explanation
3.4 × 7.1 = 24.14 and 10−5 × 108 = 103, so the product is 24.14 × 103 = 2.414 × 104.