Add And Subtract In Scientific Notation Worksheet

8 problems

Scientific notation or the standard form is a way of writing numbers. It is usually used by scientists and physicists who are involved in the calculations of very large and very small numbers. Instead of writing 490000000, in scientific notation, we write it as 4.9 * 108. While adding or subtracting numbers in scientific notation, we must keep in mind that the exponents are the same.


 

Grade 8
Scientific Notation
8.EE.A.4

Teaching to Add and Subtract in Scientific Notation Easily

 

Follow the steps given below to add and subtract in scientific notations when the exponents are the same.

  • Step 1: Subtract or add the decimals.
  • Step 2: Bring down the given exponents on the 10.


 

Example: 7.86 * 106 + 5.67 * 106

Solution:

Step 1: Add the decimals: 7.86 + 5.67 = 13.53 

Step 2: Bring down the exponent: 13.53 * 106

Why Should You Solve for Add and Subtract in Scientific Notation Worksheet for Your Students?

 

  • Solving add and subtract in a scientific notation worksheet will help your students perform calculations faster.
  • The concept of scientific notation can be helpful to your students in other subjects like physics, and chemistry. 

Download Add and Subtract in Scientific Notation Worksheet Pdf

 

You can download and print these super fun add and subtract in scientific notation worksheet pdf for your students. You can also try our Add And Subtract In Scientific Notation Problems and Add And Subtract In Scientific Notation Quiz as well for a better understanding of the concepts.


 

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