Question

bellringer: week 9
answer the bellringer in complete sentences.

1. label the three parts (coefficient, base, exponent) in the following example: 4.56 x 10^6
2. what numbers should coefficients be between in scientific notation?

Explanation:

Step1: Identify parts for 4.56 x 10^6

Coefficient: 4.56, Base: 10, Exponent: 6

Step2: Recall scientific - notation coefficient range

In scientific notation, the coefficient should be a number $a$ such that $1\leq|a|\lt10$.

Answer:

1. Coefficient: 4.56, Base: 10, Exponent: 6
2. The coefficient in scientific notation should be a number $a$ where $1\leq|a|\lt10$.