Question

How to multiply scientific notation with another scientific notation?

Answer 1

1.     Multiply the coefficients and round to the number of significant figures in the coefficient with the smallest number of significant figures.

2.     Add the exponents.

3.     Convert the result to scientific notation.

Answer 2

Answer:

Let's say that I have to multiply 2.5 x 10^3 and 6.23 x 10^5.

First, Let's multiply 10^3 and 10^5.

It would be 10^8.

next, let's multiply 2.5 and 6.23.

It is 15.575.

So, my answer is 15.575 x 10^8.