what is 8.681277e+33 mean

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what is 8.681277e+33 mean i have no clue

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e is a special number (like π).

Its value is 2.718281728459... and will be found on scientific and graphing calculators.

The problem 8.681277e + 33 means to use that key, multiply that value times 8.81277 and then add 33.

However, if the problem is 8.681277e^(+33), then use the e key, take it to the 33rd power and then multiply that answer by 8.681277.

geno3141 Dec 2, 2014

geno3141 · Answer 1 · 2014-12-02T07:12:06

e is a special number (like π).

Its value is 2.718281728459... and will be found on scientific and graphing calculators.

The problem 8.681277e + 33 means to use that key, multiply that value times 8.81277 and then add 33.

However, if the problem is 8.681277e^(+33), then use the e key, take it to the 33rd power and then multiply that answer by 8.681277.

Melody · Answer 2 · 2014-12-03T05:14:17

I get confused about this myself because if that was displayed on a calculator it would mean 10 to the power of.

I know calculators usually use E or EE but maybe they use e as well?

I have always found this confusing!