Cyc4 / Qz 1 4.2-4.4

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What is scientific notation?

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A method of expressing numbers as a product of a coefficient and a power of 10, e.g., 2.5 x 10^3.

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How do you convert gallons to cups?

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Multiply the number of gallons by 16, since 1 gallon = 16 cups.

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What is the scientific notation for 57,190,000 km?

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5.719 x 10^7 km.

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How do you simplify an expression with negative exponents?

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Rewrite the expression by moving the base with a negative exponent to the denominator.

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What is the conversion factor from inches to centimeters?

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1 inch = 2.54 centimeters.

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Convert 3.5 gallons to cups.

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3.5 gallons = 56 cups.

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Which of the following is correct scientific notation: 20.35 x 10^4, .2035 x 10^4, 2035^4, 2.035 x 10^4?

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2.035 x 10^4.

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What is the first step in converting a large number to scientific notation?

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Identify the first non-zero digit and place the decimal point after it.

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How do you express 0.00045 in scientific notation?

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4.5 x 10^-4.

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What is the process to convert centimeters to inches?

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Divide the number of centimeters by 2.54.