The approximate weights of two animals are 5.12 x 102 lbs. and 6.8 x 102 lbs. Find the total weight of the two animals. Write the final answer in scientific notation with the correct number of significant digits.

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The total weights of the two animals is  11. 92 × 10² Ibs

How to determine the value

In order to determine the total weights, we take the following steps:

  • Determine the weight of the animals
  • Add the weight of the animals

The weight of the animals are given as;

  • 5.12 x 102 lbs
  • 6.8 x 102 lbs

Now, let's add the weights:

= 5. 12 × 10² + 6. 8 × 10²

Add the values

= 11. 92

It is important to note that the powers are similar and should be written as one

We then have the sum to be;

= 11. 92 × 10² Ibs

Thus, the total weights of the two animals is  11. 92 × 10² Ibs

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