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What is estimating a quotient?

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Estimating a quotient means finding a close approximation of the result when dividing two numbers, rather than calculating the exact answer.

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How do you estimate the quotient of a decimal number?

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Round the decimal number to the nearest whole number before dividing.

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About 90.

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What is rounding in the context of estimating quotients?

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Rounding is adjusting a number to a nearby value that is easier to work with, often to the nearest whole number.

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Why is estimating quotients useful?

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Estimating quotients helps to quickly assess the reasonableness of an answer without needing exact calculations.

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What is the difference between exact division and estimating a quotient?

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Exact division gives a precise answer, while estimating provides a quick, approximate answer.

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