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Chapter A1, Problem 5E
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
Prefixes are used in order to avoid very small/large numbers. They represent exponential order.
Concept introduction:
◾ Prefixes in units will state the order of magnitude
◾ This is useful for very small or very large numbers.
Given:
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