When Instructed to Round a Decimal to the Nearest Tenth

question 6

Multiple Choice

When instructed to round a decimal to the nearest tenth, which number is used in making the rounding decision?

• A) The number to the left of the decimal point
• B) The number to the left of the tenths place
• C) The number to the right of the tenths place
• D) The whole number in the equation

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