The answer is to the question is b. 55
Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
Proper scientific notation means that there is only 1 number to the left of a decimal and everything else to the right of it. Also, because the number is initially less than 1, the exponent will be a negative one. We have to move the decimal 4 places to the right in order to get the 6 to the left of it, so in correct scientific notation format, we have

Answer:
x = - 8 , x = 2
Step-by-step explanation:
the absolute value function always gives a positive result, however, the expression inside can be positive or negative, , that is
x + 3 = 5 ( subtract 2 from both sides )
x = 2
or
-(3 + x) = 5
- 3 - x = 5 ( add 3 to both sides )
- x = 8 ( multiply both sides by - 1 )
x = - 8
0 or dot, depending on what course you are taking