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Complete the Estimation Rule of Thumb
publish date: 2026/05/11 11:51:22.223485 UTC
The general guideline for estimating quotients is:
If possible, round both numbers (1) or both numbers (2).
Please drag and drop the selected option in the right place or type it instead
up
down
Correct Answer
(1) up
(2) down
Explanation
The rule: round both up or both down. The goal is to produce numbers that divide easily — ideally with trailing zeros or simple multiples. Rounding one up and one down often makes the division harder, not easier.
Reference
Mathematics for college students