Math Problem Statement

Divide and write answer in scientific notation: (2.81010)(41014)\frac{\left(2.8\cdot10^{10}\right)}{\left(4\cdot10^{-14}\right)}

Solution

To divide the two numbers in scientific notation, follow these steps:

Given:

2.8101041014\frac{2.8 \cdot 10^{10}}{4 \cdot 10^{-14}}

  1. Divide the coefficients:

2.84=0.7\frac{2.8}{4} = 0.7

  1. Subtract the exponents:

1010(14)=1010+14=102410^{10} - (-14) = 10^{10 + 14} = 10^{24}

  1. Combine the results:

0.710240.7 \cdot 10^{24}

  1. Express in proper scientific notation:

Since 0.70.7 is not between 1 and 10, adjust it by moving the decimal point one place to the right, increasing the exponent by 1:

7.010237.0 \cdot 10^{23}

So, the final answer in scientific notation is:

7.01023\boxed{7.0 \cdot 10^{23}}

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you multiply two numbers in scientific notation?
  2. What happens to the exponents when you divide in scientific notation?
  3. How do you convert a number like 0.7×10240.7 \times 10^{24} to proper scientific notation?
  4. Why is scientific notation useful in representing very large or small numbers?
  5. How do you add or subtract numbers in scientific notation?

Tip: When working with scientific notation, always ensure the coefficient is between 1 and 10 to maintain proper form.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Scientific Notation
Division of Exponents

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

High School