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Which number is a reasonable estimate for the difference of the equation 8,747 − 2,119 = ________? 4,000 5,000 6,000 7,000

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Answer:

7,000

Explanation:

First round:

8747=9000

2119=2000

Second subtract:

9000-2000=

7000

Third subtract:

8747-2119=

6628

6628=7000

Hence, 7,000 is the correct answer.

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