Question

evaluate. express your answer in scientific notation.
$3.7 \times 10^{6} - 2.9 \times 10^{6}$
answer attempt 1 out of 2
answer: $\square \times 0^{\square}$
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Explanation:

Step1: Factor out common term

$3.7 \times 10^6 - 2.9 \times 10^6 = (3.7 - 2.9) \times 10^6$

Step2: Subtract the decimal values

$3.7 - 2.9 = 0.8$

Step3: Adjust to scientific notation

$0.8 \times 10^6 = 8.0 \times 10^5$

Answer:

$8.0 \times 10^5$