Add numbers in scientific notation quick check
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To add numbers in scientific notation, follow these steps:
Step 1: Ensure that the exponents of the numbers you want to add are the same. If they are different, you will need to adjust the numbers so that the exponents match.
Step 2: Add the coefficients (the numbers in front of the power of 10). This will give you the new coefficient.
Step 3: Keep the exponent the same. Since you are adding numbers, the exponent remains unchanged.
Step 4: If necessary, adjust the coefficient so that it is in scientific notation. Remember, scientific notation should have only one nonzero digit before the decimal point.
Here's an example:
Add 3.2 x 10^4 and 1.8 x 10^3.
Step 1: The exponents are already the same in this case.
Step 2: Add the coefficients: 3.2 + 1.8 = 5.0
Step 3: Keep the exponent the same: 10^4
Step 4: The coefficient is already in scientific notation, so no adjustment is necessary.
Therefore, the final answer is 5.0 x 10^4.
To add numbers in scientific notation, we need to follow these steps:
1. Write down the numbers in standard scientific notation form: 𝑎 × 10^𝑏, where 𝑎 is the coefficient and 𝑏 is the exponent.
2. Make sure that the exponents of both numbers are the same. If they are different, adjust one or both numbers by moving the decimal point and changing the exponent accordingly.
For example, if we have 2.4 × 10^5 and 1.25 × 10^4, we would rewrite them as 24 × 10^4 and 1.25 × 10^4.
3. Add or subtract the coefficients as needed while keeping the exponent the same.
In this case, 24 + 1.25 = 25.25.
4. Write the final answer in scientific notation by adjusting the coefficient and exponent if necessary. In this case, 25.25 can be written as 2.525 × 10^1 or 2.525 × 10.
Make sure to double-check your work and be mindful of the rules of significant figures and decimal places if needed.