To write $35,710$ in scientific notation:

1. Place the decimal point so that there is one non-zero digit to its left: $35,710 \rightarrow 3.5710$

2. Count the number of places the decimal point has been moved. In this case, it was moved 4 places to the left.

3. The result is: $3.571 \times 10^4$

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Here are 5 related questions to deepen understanding:

1. How would you write $0.00567$ in scientific notation?
2. What is the rule for determining the exponent in scientific notation?
3. Why is scientific notation useful in mathematics and science?
4. Can you convert $4.29 \times 10^{-3}$ back into standard notation?
5. What is the difference between positive and negative exponents in scientific notation?

Tip: Always remember, if the decimal moves to the left, the exponent is positive; if it moves to the right, the exponent is negative!