Multiplying with Scientific Notation
What is the product of 5.86 x 10-7 and 3.1 x 104
1. Write the expression:
(5.86 x 10-7)(3.1 * 104)
2. Rearrange the expression: (5.86 * 3.1)(10-7. 104)
3. Multiply the coefficients: (18.166)(10-7. 104)
4. Apply the product of powers: 18.166 103
5. Write in scientific notation: 1.8166 x 102
What is the value of n in the scientific notation of the product?
n=