Multiply 3.4 x 10\(^{-5}\) by 7.1 x 10\(^8\) and leave the answer in standard form.
- 2.414 x 10\(^2\)
- 2.414 x 10\(^3\)
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2.414 x 10\(^4\)
- 2.414 x 10\(^5\)
The correct answer is: C
Explanation
3.4 x 10\(^{-5}\) by 7.1 x 10\(^8\) = ( 3.4 x 7.1) x 10\(^{-5 + 8}\)
= 24.14 x 10\(^3\)
= 2.414 x 10\(^4\)