Estimating Quotients and Product

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What is estimation in math?

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Estimation is a way to find a number that is close to the exact answer, making it easier to do calculations.

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What are compatible numbers?

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Compatible numbers are numbers that are easy to work with and help make math calculations simpler.

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How do you estimate a product?

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To estimate a product, round the numbers to the nearest ten or hundred and then multiply.

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What is the estimated product of 36 x 69?

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2800

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How do you estimate a quotient?

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To estimate a quotient, find compatible numbers that are close to the original numbers and then divide.

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What is the estimated quotient of 82 students divided by 4 teachers?

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About 20 students per class.

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Which is a good estimate for 37 x 63?

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40 x 60 = 2400

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Why is estimation useful in math?

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Estimation helps to quickly check if an answer is reasonable and simplifies calculations.

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What does rounding mean?

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Rounding means adjusting a number to the nearest ten, hundred, etc., to make it easier to work with.

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What is the estimated product of 50 x 60?

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3000