Convert Large Numbers in Scientific Notation

Guided Notes - Convert Large Numbers into Scientific Notation

$2,040,000,000 is the largest Powerball Jackpot in history. Let’s convert that number

into scientific notation.

Step 1 - Write the first factor as a number between 1___ and less than 10.
Which way would you need to move the decimal point?

2,040,000,000

We will need to move the decimal point to the _________.

The first factor = _____

Guided Notes - Convert Large Numbers into Scientific Notation

Step 2 - To find the power of 10, count the number of
places from the original decimal point to its new
placement.

2,040,000,000

Since you moved the decimal point ___ to the left,
that becomes our power of 10 (exponent.)