Scientific notation 3.6 × 10^4 equals:

A 3,600

B 36,000

C 360

D 360,000

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

3.6 × 10^4 = 3.6 × 10,000 = 36,000. Move decimal 4 places right.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Scientific notation 3.6 × 10^4 equals:" is Option B: 36,000.

The other options — A) 3,600, C) 360, D) 360,000 — are incorrect for this PCAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: 3.6 × 10^4 = 3.6 × 10,000 = 36,000. Move decimal 4 places right.

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Scientific notation 3.6 × 10^4 equals:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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