Q. Which sign makes the statement true?1,600?1.6×103Choices:(A) >(B) <(C) =
Understand the problem: Understand the problem.We need to compare two numbers: 1,600 and 1.6×103.We will convert both numbers to the same format to make the comparison easier.
Convert to scientific notation: Convert 1,600 to scientific notation.1,600 can be written as 1.6×103 in scientific notation.
Compare the numbers: Compare the two numbers.Now we have 1.6×103?1.6×103.Since both the coefficient (1.6) and the exponent (3) are the same, the two numbers are equal.
Choose correct sign: Choose the correct sign.The correct sign that makes the statement true is =.
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