Math Problem Statement
Solution
To determine the error interval for , given that is rounded to two decimal places as :
- The rounding to two decimal places means could be slightly less than or slightly greater than , but still rounds to .
- The range of is defined by the halfway points between and its nearest two decimal neighbors ( and ).
Calculation:
- The lower bound:
- The upper bound: (not inclusive).
Error interval:
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Here are 5 related questions for practice:
- How do you calculate error intervals for a number rounded to the nearest whole number?
- What would be the error interval for a number rounded to one decimal place as ?
- Why is the upper bound in the interval not inclusive?
- How does the size of the rounding place affect the width of the error interval?
- Can an error interval contain numbers that do not round to the specified rounded value?
Tip: When working with rounding and error intervals, always identify the precision (decimal places) and boundaries clearly.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Rounding
Error Intervals
Inequalities
Formulas
Error Interval: lower bound <= x < upper bound
Theorems
Rounding Theorem: A number rounded to n decimal places lies within half a unit of the least significant digit.
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9
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