which number is larger?\na $2.3 \\times 10^{-3}$\nb $2.3 \\times 10^{-4}$

which number is larger?\na $2.3 \\times 10^{-3}$\nb $2.3 \\times 10^{-4}$

which number is larger?\na $2.3 \\times 10^{-3}$\nb $2.3 \\times 10^{-4}$

Answer

Explanation:

Step1: Convert to decimal form

$2.3 \times 10^{-3} = 0.0023$

Step2: Convert to decimal form

$2.3 \times 10^{-4} = 0.00023$

Step3: Compare the two values

$0.0023 > 0.00023$

Answer:

A. $2.3 \times 10^{-3}$