5-3 estimate quotients

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What is an estimate?

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An estimate is a rough calculation of a value, often used when an exact number is not needed.

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What does the term 'quotient' mean in division?

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The quotient is the result of dividing one number by another.

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How do you estimate a quotient?

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To estimate a quotient, round the numbers to the nearest ten or hundred and then divide.

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Estimate the quotient: 647 ÷ 3

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About 200

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Estimate the quotient: 5,346 ÷ 6

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About 900

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Estimate the quotient: 2,438 ÷ 5

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About 500

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Estimate the quotient: 5,582 ÷ 7

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About 800

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Estimate the quotient: 3,340 ÷ 8

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About 400

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What is rounding?

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Rounding is adjusting a number to make it simpler but keeping its value close to what it was.

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Why is estimating quotients useful?

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Estimating quotients helps to quickly understand the size of the answer without calculating it exactly.