Estimating Whole Numbers

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What is the process of estimating whole numbers?

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Estimating whole numbers involves rounding numbers to the nearest ten, hundred, or thousand to simplify calculations and make quick approximations.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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How do you estimate the sum of two whole numbers?

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To estimate the sum, round each number to the nearest ten or hundred and then add the rounded numbers together.

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What is the estimated total if Kayley spent 456 dollars and Jimena spent 789 dollars?

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The estimated total is 1300 dollars (rounded: 460 + 790).

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How do you estimate the total contributions of multiple people?

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Round each person's contribution to the nearest hundred and then add the rounded amounts together.

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What is the estimated total contribution of Alisson (1,234 dollars) and Kayley (567 dollars)?

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The estimated total contribution is 1,800 dollars (rounded: 1,200 + 600).

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How do you estimate the difference between two whole numbers?

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To estimate the difference, round each number to the nearest ten or hundred and then subtract the smaller rounded number from the larger rounded number.

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What is the estimated difference in comic books between Sandor (654) and Yahir (321)?

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The estimated difference is 333 comic books (rounded: 650 - 320).

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How do you estimate the total after adding a number to another?

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Round the original number and the added number to the nearest ten or hundred, then add the rounded numbers.

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What is the estimated total number of comic books Anthony has after receiving 321 more?

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The estimated total is 1,100 comic books (rounded: 790 + 320).

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How do you estimate the total number of items needed for an event?

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Round each estimate to the nearest ten or hundred and then add the rounded numbers together.

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CCSS.4.NBT.B.5