The scientific notation 2 x 10-2 has what value?

2 (10^-2)

=2 * 10^-2

= 2 * 1/10 * 10

= 2/10 * 10

= 2/10^2

= 2/100

= 1/50 Decimal: 0.02

Q: The scientific notation 2 x 10-^2 has what value? 0.02 0.002 0.2 0.0002

A: The scientific notation 2 x 10^-2 has the value of 0.02

Since the exponent is negative, you move the decimal (2.0) to the left two spots leaving you with. 02