Rounding both numbers to the nearest ten, 24 × 36 becomes:
A20 × 30
B30 × 40
C20 × 40
D20 × 36
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 20 × 40
1. Round 24 to 20 and 36 to 40.
2. The estimate is 20 × 40 = 800.
3. The exact answer is 864.
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