Question

write each number in scientific notation. be sure each of your answer entries has the correct number of significant figures. part 1 of 3 125800 = \boxed{}

Explanation:

Step1: Identify significant figures

125800 has 4 significant figures (1,2,5,8).

Step2: Move decimal to get \(a\)

Move decimal 5 places left: \(1.258\) (keeps 4 sig figs).

Step3: Determine \(10^n\)

Since we moved 5 places, \(n = 5\).

Step4: Write in scientific notation

Scientific notation: \(1.258\times10^{5}\)

Answer:

\(1.258\times 10^{5}\)