Scientific Notation: Which of the following is equivalent to 2.98 x 10^-7

A. .000000298
B. 20.86
C. 2086
D. 29,800,000

Respuesta :

Answer:

A

Explanation:

count seven digits after zero

Answer:  A

Explanation:  10^-7 means that the decimal point is 7 digits to the left (the "-" sign) of the 2.  Move the decimal point left seven times, putting a "0" for each step. and then place the decimal point.  A "0" is added to the left of the decimal point for clarity.

2.98x10^-7

1st)  0.298x10^-6

2nd)  0.0298x10^-5

etc, for 7 times

0.000000298