Estimate the sum and differences

49+22.88

1 answer

To estimate the sum of 49 and 22.88, we can round the numbers to the nearest whole number.

  • 49 rounded is 49.
  • 22.88 rounded is approximately 23.

Now, we can add these rounded numbers together:

49 + 23 = 72.

So, the estimated sum is 72.

To find the difference (49 - 22.88), we can also round:

  • 49 remains 49.
  • 22.88 rounds to approximately 23.

Now, we subtract:

49 - 23 = 26.

So, the estimated difference is 26.

In summary:

  • Estimated sum: 72
  • Estimated difference: 26