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How do you estimate decimals?

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Decimals are estimated by rounding off the decimal places to the nearest tenths,hundredths,thousandths,ten thousandths,etc.

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How can you estimate sums or differences of decimals?

In the same way as you estimate them for whole numbers.


How do you find a low estimate for the product of two decimals round both factors to?

to find a low estimate for the product of two decimals, round both factors


How do you use benchmarks to estimate decimals?

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Why is it good to estimate decimals?

Because some decimals are really long and hard to write down. Especially if they're not repeating ones. So people round them to be able to say them or write them.


How can you use an estimate to help you place the decimal point in multiplying decimals?

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Why is estimating important when dividing with decimals?

Using an estimate ensures that the answer is about right. With decimals where the decimal point should go is difficult for a lot of people, so an estimate of the answer ensures that it is put in the right place.


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The same way as whole numbers. 0.3865 + 0.2274 could be estimated as 0.40 + 0.20 = 0.6


How do you find a low estimate for the product of two decimals round both factors to what?

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