Question

25 multiple choice 2 points what is the equivalent form of 0.0000529 using scientific notation? 529×10^(-7) 0.529×10^(-4) 5.29×10^(-5) 5.29×10^(-8)

Explanation:

Step1: Recall scientific - notation rule

Scientific notation is of the form \(a\times10^{n}\), where \(1\leqslant|a|\lt10\) and \(n\) is an integer.

Step2: Move the decimal point

For the number \(0.0000529\), move the decimal point 5 places to the right to get a number between 1 and 10. We get \(a = 5.29\).

Step3: Determine the exponent

Since we moved the decimal point 5 places to the right, the exponent \(n=- 5\). So, \(0.0000529 = 5.29\times10^{-5}\).

Answer:

C. \(5.29\times 10^{-5}\)