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In the Egyptian numeration system, whenever we have 10 of one symbol we regroup using a single symbol representing the next higher power of 10 . For example, we replace 10 by one . If we follow this rule, what is the largest number that you can express using Egyptian notation that we discussed in this section? Write your answer using Hindu-Arabic notation.

In the Egyptian numeration system, whenever we have 10 of one symbol we regroup using a single symbol representing the next higher power of 10 . For example, we replace 10 by one . If we follow this rule, what is the largest number that you can express using Egyptian notation that we discussed in this section? Write your answer using Hindu-Arabic notation.

Solution Summary: The author explains that the largest number using Egyptian notation is 10,000,000, and the answer using Hindu-Arabic.

MyLab Math with Pearson eText -- Standalone Access Card -- for Mathematics All Around (6th Edition)

MyLab Math with Pearson eText -- Standalone Access Card -- for Mathematics All Around (6th Edition)

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Author: Thomas Pirnot

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Chapter 5.1, Problem 75E

In the Egyptian numeration system, whenever we have 10 of one symbol we regroup using a single symbol representing the next higher power of 10 . For example, we replace 10 Chapter 5.1, Problem 75E, In the Egyptian numeration system, whenever we have 10 of one symbol we regroup using a single , example 1 by one . If we follow this rule, what is the largest number that you can express using Egyptian notation that we discussed in this section? Write your answer using Hindu-Arabic notation.

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MyLab Math with Pearson eText -- Standalone Access Card -- for Mathematics All Around (6th Edition)

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