Rounding

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What is rounding in mathematics?

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Rounding is the process of adjusting the digits of a number to make it simpler while keeping its value close to what it was. It often involves increasing or decreasing the number to the nearest specified place value.

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What does it mean to round to the nearest hundred?

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Rounding to the nearest hundred means adjusting a number to the closest multiple of 100. If the last two digits are 50 or more, round up; if they are less than 50, round down.

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How do you round the number 6,978 to the nearest hundred?

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To round 6,978 to the nearest hundred, look at the tens digit (7). Since it is 5 or more, round up to 7,000.

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What is the rule for rounding to the nearest thousand?

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When rounding to the nearest thousand, look at the hundreds digit. If it is 5 or more, round up; if it is less than 5, round down.

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How do you round 55,555 to the nearest thousand?

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To round 55,555 to the nearest thousand, look at the hundreds digit (5). Since it is 5 or more, round up to 56,000.

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What is the nearest hundred to 293?

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The nearest hundred to 293 is 300, as the tens digit (9) is 5 or more.

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How do you round $48 to the nearest ten?

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To round $48 to the nearest ten, look at the units digit (8). Since it is 5 or more, round up to $50.

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What is the nearest ten to the number 48?

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The nearest ten to 48 is 50.

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Which two numbers can round to 200 when rounded to the nearest ten?

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The two numbers that can round to 200 when rounded to the nearest ten are 196 and 204.

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What is the significance of the digit in the place value immediately to the right when rounding?

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The digit in the place value immediately to the right determines whether to round up or down. If it is 5 or greater, round up; if it is less than 5, round down.