If two numbers have the same exponent for 10, then compare the decimal numbers to determine the greater number. Sometimes you may have to compare two numbers, but only one of them is in scientific notation. In that case, convert the number that is not in scientific notation into scientific notation first. Then, compare the two numbers. Example 1 : Compare 5.62 x 10 6 and 7.39 x 10 5.
Let’s make an equation Let’s say x = amount of years after Smith = 8, mother = 42 3(8 + x) = 42 + x 24 + 3x = 42 + x 2x = 18, x = 9 Solution: after 9 years
