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Estimate the sum by rounding each mixed number to the nearest half or whole number.

4 9/11 - 3 7/16

Estimate the sum by rounding each mixed number to the nearest half or whole number-example-1
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The answer is 8 45/176 which should round to 8 1/2
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Answer:

8 1/2

Explanation:

4 9/11 is rounded to 5 and 3 7/16 is rounded to 3 1/2

5 + 3 1/2 = 8 1/2

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