Sure, let's go through the solution step-by-step to convert 7.04 trillion into scientific notation.
1. Understanding Trillion:
A trillion is another way to express [tex]\(10^{12}\)[/tex]. Therefore, 1 trillion can be written as [tex]\(1 \cdot 10^{12}\)[/tex].
2. Given Number:
You have 7.04 trillion. This means we have:
[tex]\[ 7.04 \text{ trillion} = 7.04 \times 10^{12} \][/tex]
3. Scientific Notation:
When expressing a number in scientific notation, it needs to be in the form [tex]\( a \cdot 10^b \)[/tex], where [tex]\(1 \leq a < 10\)[/tex]. Here, 7.04 is already within the desired range.
Putting all together:
[tex]\[ 7.04 \cdot 10^{12} \][/tex]
So, the scientific notation for 7.04 trillion is:
B. [tex]\(7.04 \cdot 10^{12}\)[/tex]
