Question

What's the estimate of 6.48 + 9.34 and what's the estimate 15.71 + 12.2

Answer 1

Your Estimated Equations and Answers: 6+9= 15 ; 16+12 = 28

Explanation:

Estimating can be equivalent to rounding. This is because you're trying to find an approximate number or sum.

6.48 + 9.34 is your first question.

You should round it to the nearest whole number.

6.48 ~ 6 and 9.34 ~ 9

*Rounding rules applied here*

(~ this sign is the approximate or rounded to symbol)

Now, do 6+9 =

6+9= 15

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15.71 + 12.2 is your next question.

Same as last, round to the nearest whole number.

15.71 ~ 16 and 12.2 ~ 12

Now, do 16+12

16+12 = 28