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Scientific notation and powers of ten Practice

Writing and comparing very large or very small numbers.

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What you’ll practice

The exponent records the scale and the coefficient records the significant quantity. Count place-value changes carefully for negative exponents.

Where this helps

Science, measurement, and calculations with powers of ten.

Before you start

Use this topic to practice math you have already learned. The examples show the available kinds of recall tasks; this is not a complete textbook chapter. Check the answer form and any stated conditions.

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Enter an exact number. Equivalent fractions, decimals, and percentages are accepted.

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