Writing large numbers in standard form
Writing large numbers in standard form.
is standard form when for positive numbers. - Multiply or divide: combine the leading numbers and use index laws. Add or subtract: make the powers match first.
- Check the leading number at the end and adjust the power if needed.
Example 1
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Example 2
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Your turn
Question 1 Move the decimal point until the leading number is at least 1 and less than 10. Count the places moved.
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Question 2 Move the decimal point until the leading number is at least 1 and less than 10. Count the places moved.
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Question 3 Move the decimal point until the leading number is at least 1 and less than 10. Count the places moved.
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Question 4 Move the decimal point until the leading number is at least 1 and less than 10. Count the places moved.
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Question 5 Move the decimal point until the leading number is at least 1 and less than 10. Count the places moved.
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Write the answer in standard form.
Write the answer in standard form.
Write the answer in standard form.
Write the answer in standard form.
Write the answer in standard form.