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How many significant figures are present in each of the following measured numbers?a. $1.0 \times 10^2$b. $5.34 \times 10^6$c. $5.34 \times 10^{-4}$d. $6.000 \times 10^3$
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All the numbers are in scientific notation, which is expressed as \( a \times 10^n \), where \( a \) is the coefficient and \( n \) is the exponent. Show more…
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