Use rounding to the nearest whole number to estimate the product

4 1/4 • 7 9/17

A) About 32
B) About 35
C) About 40
D) About 25

Respuesta :

Answer:

  • A) About 32

Step-by-step explanation:

  • 4 1/4 • 7 9/17

The first one is rounded down as 1/4 < 1/2 and the second one rounded up as 9/17 > 1/2.

  • 4 * 8 = 32

Correct choice is A

  • 4 1/4=17/4
  • 7 9/17=128/17

Product

  • 17/4(128/17)
  • 128/4
  • 32

Option A