Question

*Consider the given statement: The speed of light in air is approximately 299709000 m/s. Express this speed in standard form.*

1️⃣ 2.99709 x 10⁸ m/s
2️⃣ 2.99709 x 10³ m/s
3️⃣ 2.99709 x 10⁵ m/s
4️⃣ 2.99709 x 10⁹ m/s​

Answer 1

Given value is 299709000

1) There are 8 digits after digit 2. Thus, multiply numerator and denominator by 100000000.

2) ∴

100000000

299709000

×100000000

∴2.99709000×100000000

As there are 8 zeros after 1, we can write this number in scientific form as 10

8

∴299709000=2.99709×10

8

Answer 2

Answer:

2.99709

Step-by-step explanation:

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