Compare numbers in scientific notation
Compare the exponents first. If they are equal, compare the numbers in front.
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Which sign makes this true? 3.6 × 10⁶ ○ 6.1 × 10⁵
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Which sign makes this true? 6.8 × 10⁶ ○ 7 × 10⁶
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Which sign makes this true? 7.9 × 10⁸ ○ 8.3 × 10⁷
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Tip: Compare the exponents first. If they are equal, compare the numbers in front.
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