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1.04 Estimation and reasonable answers

Interactive practice questions

Estimate $99+61$99+61.

a

Round both numbers to the nearest $10$10.

$\editable{}+\editable{}$+

b

Calculate the estimate.

Easy
< 1min

Estimate $63-22$6322.

Easy
< 1min

Estimate $898-132$898132.

Easy
< 1min

Estimate $765+171$765+171.

Easy
< 1min
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Outcomes

1.1.1

use leading digit approximation to obtain estimates of calculations

1.1.2

check results of calculations for accuracy

1.1.4

ascertain the reasonableness of answers, in terms of context, to arithmetic calculations

1.1.10

apply approximation strategies for calculations if appropriate

1.1.11

use mental and/or flexible written strategies when appropriate

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