Rounding/Estimation 3rd Grade

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What is rounding in mathematics?

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Rounding is the process of adjusting a number to the nearest specified place value, such as the nearest ten, hundred, or thousand.

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CCSS.3.NBT.A.1

CCSS.4.NBT.A.3

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How do you round a number to the nearest hundred?

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To round a number to the nearest hundred, look at the tens digit. If it is 5 or greater, round up; if it is 4 or less, round down.

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CCSS.3.NBT.A.1

CCSS.4.NBT.A.3

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Estimate the sum of 425 and 678 by rounding to the nearest hundred.

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Estimate: 400 + 700 = 1100.

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What is estimation in mathematics?

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Estimation is the process of finding an approximate value that is close enough to the right answer, often used for quick calculations.

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How can you estimate the total score of multiple rounds in a game?

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You can round each score to the nearest ten or hundred and then add the rounded numbers together.

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What is the estimated number of eggs if a chicken lays 263 eggs?

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The estimated number of eggs is 300.

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CCSS.4.NBT.B.5

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If a bus picks up 176 students in the morning and 84 in the afternoon, how can you estimate how many more students were picked up in the morning?

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Estimate: 200 (morning) - 100 (afternoon) = about 100 more students.

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What is the nearest hundred to the number 651?

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The nearest hundred to 651 is 700.

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CCSS.3.NBT.A.1

CCSS.4.NBT.A.3

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What is the sum of 424 and 685 when rounded to the nearest hundred?

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The sum is 1100 when rounded to the nearest hundred.

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Why is rounding important in everyday life?

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Rounding helps simplify numbers, making them easier to work with in calculations and estimations.

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CCSS.3.NBT.A.1

CCSS.4.NBT.A.3