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Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Technology Update (No access codes included)

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Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

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Chapter1: Physics And Measurement

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1.29P

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9. Using the powers of 10 notation and conversion factors, calculate the number of seconds in the average lifetime (70 years) of a human.

10. Using the powers of 10 notation and conversion factors, calculate the number of seconds you have lived.

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