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 and easier to work with, typically by increasing or decreasing it 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.

Front

Round 125 to the nearest hundred.

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100

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Round 450 to the nearest hundred.

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500

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What is the rule for rounding numbers ending in 50?

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Numbers ending in 50 are typically rounded up to the next hundred.

Front

If a number is 349, what is it rounded to the nearest hundred?

Back

300

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What is the nearest hundred to 850?

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900

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How does rounding affect calculations?

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Rounding can simplify calculations but may introduce a small error, making results less precise.

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Why is rounding important in real-life applications?

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Rounding is important in real-life applications to simplify numbers for easier understanding, communication, and calculation.

Front

Round 234 to the nearest hundred.

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200