Question

Determine the quotient. Write your answer in scientific notation.

(8.4 x 106)
(1.2 × 10²)
7 x 106
07 x 10²
6 x 104
7 x 104
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Answer 1

To determine the quotient in scientific notation, you simply divide the coefficients and subtract the exponents of the powers of 10.

(8.4 x 10^6) ÷ (1.2 x 10^2)

The quotient is (8.4 ÷ 1.2) x 10^(6 - 2) = 7 x 10^4.