Rounding numbers

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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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How do you round a number to the nearest hundred?

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To round a number to the nearest hundred, look at the tens digit. If it is 5 or greater, round up; if it is less than 5, round down.

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What is the result of rounding 515 to the nearest hundred?

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500

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Is 745 rounded to the nearest hundred equal to 800?

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False, 745 rounded to the nearest hundred is 700.

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What is the result of rounding 496 to the nearest hundred?

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500

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When rounding, what does the term 'place value' refer to?

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Place value refers to the value of a digit based on its position within a number, such as units, tens, hundreds, etc.

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What is the rule for rounding numbers that are exactly halfway between two values?

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When a number is exactly halfway between two values, it is typically rounded up to the higher value.

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How would you round the number 250 to the nearest hundred?

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250 rounded to the nearest hundred is 300.

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What is the nearest hundred to 349?

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The nearest hundred to 349 is 300.

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If a number is 999, what is it rounded to the nearest hundred?

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999 rounded to the nearest hundred is 1000.