Question

Write an equation to show the best way to estimate 208 ÷ 7 using compatible numbers

Answer 1

210 ÷7 = 30

Explanation:

We can round the numbers to numbers that make the math easier

I will round 208 to 210

We know 21 divide by 7 is 3

210 ÷7 = 30

This is very close to the actual answer.

208÷7 = 29.71428571........