The number of significant figures in 3.00 × 10⁸ is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The number of significant figures in 3.00 × 10⁸ is
A. 2
B. 1
C. 8
D. 3
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Scientific notation: 3.00 has three significant figures (3,0,0). Exponent part not counted. It's a clear way to show precision. 3×10⁸ has 1, 3.0×10⁸ has 2.

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