Intermediate Algebra (12th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321969359
ISBN 13: 978-0-32196-935-4

Chapter 4 - Section 4.1 - Integer Exponents and Scientific Notation - 4.1 Exercises - Page 279: 169

Answer

$-60,000$

Work Step by Step

Since the exponent of $10$ is $\text{ positive } 4 ,$ move the decimal point $ 4 $ places to the $\text{ right. }$ Hence, the given expression, $ -6\times10^4 $ is equivalent to \begin{array}{l}\require{cancel} -60,000 .\end{array}
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.