How To: Convert scientific notation to standard algebra form

Learn how to convert from scientific notation to standard form by watching the above math video.

To change a number from scientific notation to standard form, move the decimal point to the left (if the exponent of ten is a negative number), or to the right (if the exponent is positive). You should move the point as many times as the exponent indicates. Do not write the power of ten anymore.

This lesson is based on the following GPS standard:

GPS M8N1: Students will understand different representations of numbers including square roots, exponents, and scientific notation.