Understand the expression: Understand the expression.5.72×101 means we are multiplying 5.72 by 10 raised to the power of 1.
Simplify the power: Simplify the power of 10. 10 to the power of 1 is simply 10.
Multiply the decimal number: Multiply the decimal number by 10. To multiply 5.72 by 10, move the decimal point one place to the right. 5.72 becomes 57.2.
Write final answer: Write down the final answer.5.72×10=57.2
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