Dividing Numbers In Scientific Notation
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To divide numbers in scientific notation:
Step 1 : Group the numbers together.
Step 2 : Divide the numbers.
Step 3 : Use the law of indices to simplify the powers of 10.
Step 4 : Give the answer in scientific notation.
Example:
Evaluate 
, giving your answer in scientific notation.
Solution:
Example :
Evaluate 12.4 × 0.04, giving your answer in scientific notation.
Solution:
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