Evaluate, correct to four significant figures, (573.06 x 184.25).
A
105600.00
B
105622.00
C
105500.00
D
105632.00
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
573.06 x 184.25 = 105,586.305
1,05600.00 to four significant figure
What are the Rules for significant figures?
Significant Figures
All non-zero numbers ARE significant.
Zeros between two non-zero digits ARE significant.
Leading zeros are NOT significant.
Trailing zeros to the right of the decimal ARE significant.
Trailing zeros in a whole number with the decimal shown ARE significant.
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #64420)