This math topic focuses on converting decimal numbers to scientific notation with two decimal places. It is part of a broader study on decimal multiplication. The problems guide students in identifying the correct scientific notation of given decimals, enhancing their understanding of how to express small numbers efficiently. The students are expected to process various decimal numbers, adjusting both the coefficient and the exponent to maintain equivalence in scientific notation. Each question provides multiple choice answers, depicted through expressions involving multiplication by powers of ten. This activity sharpens precision in handling decimals and powers of ten while solidifying their grasp on scientific notation.

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Scientific Notation (Decimals) - Convert to Scientific Notation - 2 Decimal Places Worksheet

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Math worksheet on 'Scientific Notation (Decimals) - Convert to Scientific Notation - 2 Decimal Places (Level 1)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Decimal Multiplication - Advanced' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/decimals_multiplication_advanced/
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Convert this number to scientific notation
0.0559
a A LaTex expression showing 5.59 multiplied by 10 to the power of -1
b A LaTex expression showing 5.59 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
c A LaTex expression showing 5.59 multiplied by 10 to the power of 0
d A LaTex expression showing 5.59 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
e A LaTex expression showing 55.90 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
f A LaTex expression showing 0.56 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
2
Convert this number to scientific notation
0.0233
a A LaTex expression showing 2.33 multiplied by 10 to the power of -1
b A LaTex expression showing 2.33 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
c A LaTex expression showing 0.23 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
d A LaTex expression showing 2.33 multiplied by 10 to the power of 0
e A LaTex expression showing 23.30 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
f A LaTex expression showing 2.33 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
3
Convert this number to scientific notation
0.00648
a A LaTex expression showing 6.48 multiplied by 10 to the power of -4
b A LaTex expression showing 64.80 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
c A LaTex expression showing 0.65 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
d A LaTex expression showing 6.48 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
e A LaTex expression showing 6.48 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
f A LaTex expression showing 6.48 multiplied by 10 to the power of -1
4
Convert this number to scientific notation
0.00726
a A LaTex expression showing 7.26 multiplied by 10 to the power of -1
b A LaTex expression showing 72.60 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
c A LaTex expression showing 7.26 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
d A LaTex expression showing 0.73 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
e A LaTex expression showing 7.26 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
f A LaTex expression showing 7.26 multiplied by 10 to the power of -4
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Convert this number to scientific notation
0.028
a A LaTex expression showing 2.80 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
b A LaTex expression showing 0.28 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
c A LaTex expression showing 2.80 multiplied by 10 to the power of -1
d A LaTex expression showing 28.00 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
e A LaTex expression showing 2.80 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
f A LaTex expression showing 2.80 multiplied by 10 to the power of 0
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Convert this number to scientific notation
0.00441
a A LaTex expression showing 4.41 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
b A LaTex expression showing 4.41 multiplied by 10 to the power of -1
c A LaTex expression showing 44.10 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
d A LaTex expression showing 4.41 multiplied by 10 to the power of -4
e A LaTex expression showing 0.44 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
f A LaTex expression showing 4.41 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
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Convert this number to scientific notation
0.00687
a A LaTex expression showing 6.87 multiplied by 10 to the power of -2
b A LaTex expression showing 6.87 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
c A LaTex expression showing 0.69 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
d A LaTex expression showing 68.70 multiplied by 10 to the power of -3
e A LaTex expression showing 6.87 multiplied by 10 to the power of -4
f A LaTex expression showing 6.87 multiplied by 10 to the power of -1
Scientific Notation (Decimals) - Convert to Scientific Notation - 2 Decimal Places (Level 1) - Mobius Math