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Chapter A2, Problem 2E
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We are asked to determine the zeroes that are significant and draw a × through the zeros that are not, for the following numbers,

a. 180,701 mi

b. 0.001040 m

c. 0.005710 km

d. 90201 m

Concept introduction:

► Significant figures are the numbers which are reported in a measurement including the estimated digit.

Interpretation Introduction

To determine: The zeroes that are significant and draw a × through the zeros that are not, for the following numbers,

a. 180,701 mi

b. 0.001040 m

c. 0.005710 km

d. 90201 m

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