Problem: Indicate the number of significant figures in each of the following measured quantities.1.3×103 m/s { m m/s}

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For a number in scientific notation: N x 10x, all digits comprising N ARE significant ; "10" and "x" are NOT significant. Example: 5.02 x 104 has THREE significant figures.

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Indicate the number of significant figures in each of the following measured quantities.

1.3×103 m/s

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