Question
Using compatible numbers to find two estimates that the quotient is between for1754÷9
Answer
The quotient is between 175 and 176.
- Find the compatible numbers by rounding each number to the nearest multiple of 10.
- 1754 rounded to nearest 10 is 1750, and 9 rounded to nearest 10 is 10.
- Perform the division 1750 ÷ 10 = 175.
- Perform the division 1760 ÷ 10 = 176.