Which of the following numbers can be added directly in exponential notation?

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The discussion revolves around which numbers can be added directly in exponential notation. Participants analyze the numbers: 3x10^-4, 600x10, 32.6x10^-3, and 0.4x10^-4. The consensus is that options 1 and 4 can be added directly because they share the same exponent of -4. Clarification on what "add directly" means leads to agreement on this point, with participants expressing gratitude for the assistance.
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Which of the following numbers can be added directly in exponential notation?

1. 3x10^-4

2. 600x10

3. 32.6x10^-3

4. 0.4x10^-4

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a. 1 and 2

c. 1 and 4

d. 2 and 4

b. 1and3
 
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So what do you think?
 
chemisttree said:
So what do you think?

a ! 1and2 I am not sure please help :(
 
What do you think is meant by "add directly" in this problem?
 
im not sure what does it really mean but now I am looking at it i think it can be c, 1and4, because both of them have the same exponent (-4) !?
 
And right you are!
 
chemisttree said:
And right you are!

Thank you so much for the help :)
 
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