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  • Rounding Numbers to Three Significant Figures: A Step-by-Step Guide
    Here's how to round 0.000 763 21 cg to three significant figures:

    1. Identify the Significant Digits:

    * Non-zero digits are always significant. In this number, the significant digits are 7, 6, and 3.

    2. Determine the Rounding Digit:

    * The third significant digit is 3. We look at the digit to its right (2) to determine whether to round up or down.

    3. Round Up or Down:

    * Since 2 is less than 5, we round down.

    4. The Result:

    * Rounded to three significant figures, 0.000 763 21 cg becomes 0.000 763 cg.

    Important Note: Leading zeros before the first non-zero digit are not significant.

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