Simple Rounding

Why do we round measurements in science?

• To make numbers more complex and detailed.

• To make numbers easier to work with .

• To increase the absolute precision of all measurements.

• To eliminate the need for any decimal points in calculations.

What is 364.823 g rounded to the nearest hundredth?

• 364.8 g

• 364.82 g

• 364.823 g

• 364.83 g

What is 364.8 g rounded to the nearest whole number?

• 364 g

• 364.0 g

• 365 g

• 364.9 g

A pencil measures 14.85 cm. What is its length rounded to the nearest tenth?

• 14.8 cm

• 14.9 cm

• 14.85 cm

• 15.0 cm