Math Problem Statement

Work out the value of (4.53 × 10^(-9)) ÷ (7.5 × 10^(-8)). Give your answer in standard form.

Solution

We are given the expression:

4.53×1097.5×108\frac{4.53 \times 10^{-9}}{7.5 \times 10^{-8}}

Let's break it down step by step:

Step 1: Divide the coefficients

4.537.5=0.604\frac{4.53}{7.5} = 0.604

Step 2: Divide the powers of 10

Using the rule of exponents aman=amn\frac{a^m}{a^n} = a^{m-n}: 109108=109(8)=101\frac{10^{-9}}{10^{-8}} = 10^{-9 - (-8)} = 10^{-1}

Step 3: Combine the results

Now, multiplying the results from the two steps: 0.604×101=6.04×1020.604 \times 10^{-1} = 6.04 \times 10^{-2}

Thus, the answer in standard form is:

6.04×1026.04 \times 10^{-2}

Would you like further details on any step?

Here are five related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. How would you divide numbers in standard form with negative exponents?
  2. Can you multiply numbers in standard form and compare the process?
  3. What happens if you divide two numbers with the same power of 10?
  4. How can you simplify expressions involving scientific notation?
  5. How does changing the coefficient affect the result in standard form?

Tip: Always remember that when dividing powers of 10, you subtract the exponents.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Scientific Notation
Division of Powers
Exponents

Formulas

a^m / a^n = a^(m-n)
Multiplication and division of numbers in scientific notation

Theorems

Exponentiation Rule for Division

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11