Describe the procedure for multiplying two numbers in scientific notation. Then find the product of (6.1x10^-5)(3x10^-2)
1. To multiply two numbers in scientific notation, first multiply the coefficients (the numbers in front of the powers of 10).
2. Then add the exponents of the powers of 10.
For the given numbers (6.1x10^-5)(3x10^-2):
1. Multiply the coefficients: 6.1 x 3 = 18.3
2. Add the exponents: -5 + (-2) = -7
Therefore, the product of (6.1x10^-5)(3x10^-2) is 18.3 x 10^-7, which can be simplified to 1.83 x 10^-6.