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Determine which of the numbers below is a possible order of magnitude estimate of the quantity described. The thickness of a compact disc. 0.05 inches 0.1 inches 0.005 inches 0.01 inches

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Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Chapter1: Units, Trigonometry. And Vectors

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1CQ: Estimate the order of magnitude of the length, in meters, of each of the following; (a) a mouse, (b)...

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Determine which of the numbers below is a possible order of magnitude estimate of the quantity described.
The thickness of a compact disc.
0.05 inches
0.1 inches
0.005 inches
0.01 inches

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