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So, does the entire number make up the order of magnitude or just the decimal places. I don't understand
An order of magnitude is a way to describe the size or scale of a number or quantity. It represents the number of digits in a number, counting from left to right. For example, the number 10,000 has an order of magnitude of 4, while 0.001 has an order of magnitude of -3.
To determine the order of magnitude of a number, count the number of digits in the number, excluding any leading or trailing zeros. This will give you a positive or negative value that represents the order of magnitude.
The order of magnitude is based on the entire number, including both the digits before and after the decimal place. It represents the overall size of the number, rather than just a specific part of it.
Yes, a number can have a decimal place and still have an order of magnitude. The order of magnitude takes into account the digits before and after the decimal place, so any number with digits on both sides of the decimal point will have an order of magnitude.
Knowing the order of magnitude of a number allows us to quickly understand the scale or size of a quantity. It can also help with making estimations or approximations, as well as comparing numbers to see which one is larger or smaller.