Question

evaluate. express your answer in scientific notation.
$3.22 \times 10^{3} - 2.96 \times 10^{3}$
answer attempt 1 out of 2
answer: $\square \times 0^{\square}$
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Explanation:

Step1: Factor out common term

$3.22 \times 10^3 - 2.96 \times 10^3 = (3.22 - 2.96) \times 10^3$

Step2: Subtract the decimals

$3.22 - 2.96 = 0.26$

Step3: Adjust to scientific notation

$0.26 \times 10^3 = 2.6 \times 10^2$

Answer:

$2.6 \times 10^{2}$