Q. Add. Write your answer in scientific notation.(2.8×103)+(4.3×103)Choices:(A) 7.1×106(B) 7.1×103(C) 4.58×103(D) 4.58×106
Identify Coefficients and Powers: Identify the coefficients and the powers of 10 in both terms.We have (2.8×103) and (4.3×103). Both terms have the same power of 10, which is 103.
Add Coefficients: Add the coefficients since the powers of 10 are the same.Calculate 2.8+4.3.2.8+4.3=7.1
Write Sum in Scientific Notation: Write the sum in scientific notation.Since the power of 10 did not change, the sum in scientific notation is 7.1×103.
Choose Equivalent Expression: Choose the equivalent expression for (2.8×103)+(4.3×103). The correct choice is (B)7.1×103.
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