Question

what is the quotient of $2.538 \times 10^{9}$ and $2.7 \times 10^{2}$ expressed in scientific notation?
answer attempt 1 out of 2

Explanation:

Step1: Split into coefficient and power

$\frac{2.538 \times 10^9}{2.7 \times 10^2} = \frac{2.538}{2.7} \times \frac{10^9}{10^2}$

Step2: Calculate coefficient quotient

$\frac{2.538}{2.7} = 0.94$

Step3: Simplify power of 10

$\frac{10^9}{10^2} = 10^{9-2} = 10^7$

Step4: Adjust to scientific notation

$0.94 \times 10^7 = 9.4 \times 10^6$

Answer:

$9.4 \times 10^6$