Question

what is the solution to the equation below, rounded to the correct number of significant figures? 4700 l - 281.4 l = ______ l

Explanation:

Step1: Perform subtraction

$4700 - 281.4=4418.6$

Step2: Round to significant figures

4700 has 2 significant - figures. Rounding 4418.6 to 2 significant - figures gives 4400.

Answer:

4400 L