Rounding Decimals to the Nearest Hundredth

The video tutorial teaches how to round decimals to the nearest hundredth using a number line. It explains the concept of rounding, addresses common misunderstandings, and provides examples of rounding specific numbers like 4.317, 2.544, and 59.812. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of correctly dividing the number line and understanding the rounding rules to avoid errors.

What is the purpose of rounding numbers?

• To substitute a number with a more convenient one

• To make calculations more complex

• To change the value of a number significantly

• To increase the precision of a number

How many equal parts should a number line be divided into to correctly represent 0.8?

• 11 parts

• 10 parts

• 9 parts

• 8 parts

Why does 4.48 round to 4 instead of 5?

• Because 4.48 is closer to 4

• Because 4.48 is closer to 5

• Because 8 is greater than 5

• Because 4.48 is an even number

What is the nearest hundredth to which 4.317 rounds?

• 4.31

• 4.32

• 4.33

• 4.30

What is the distance from 4.317 to 4.320?

• 0.002

• 0.003

• 0.004

• 0.007

To which hundredth does 2.544 round?

• 2.56

• 2.53

• 2.54

• 2.55

What is the rounded value of 59.812 to the nearest hundredth?

• 59.82

• 59.83

• 59.81

• 59.80