Question

In comparing two positive numbers expressed in scientific notation, can one assume that the number with the greater exponent is automatically the greater number? Provide evidence for your answer.

a.
Yes; the greater the exponent, the greater the power-of-10 factor.
b.
Yes; the exponent is equal to the greater number.
c.
No; the number with the greater first factor is the greater number.
d.
No; the base is more important than the exponent.