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Grade 8 math · B.9 · Scientific notation

Divide in scientific notation with negative exponents

Multiply or divide the numbers in front, then combine the powers of 10. Make sure the front number is between 1 and 10.

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  1. Divide: (1.8 × 10²) ÷ (8 × 10⁻³). Write the answer in scientific notation, like 4.7 × 10^3.

    Answer: 2.25 × 10^4

  2. Divide: (1 × 10⁰) ÷ (8 × 10⁰). Write the answer in scientific notation, like 4.7 × 10^3.

    Answer: 1.25 × 10^-1

  3. Divide: (2.5 × 10⁻⁴) ÷ (2 × 10²). Write the answer in scientific notation, like 4.7 × 10^3.

    Answer: 1.25 × 10^-6

Tip: Multiply or divide the numbers in front, then combine the powers of 10. Make sure the front number is between 1 and 10.

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