Rounding Numbers: 0.08 to the Nearest Hundredth
When working with decimal numbers, it's often necessary to round them to a specific place value. In this case, we're going to explore how to round 0.08 to the nearest hundredth.
What is a Hundredth?
A hundredth is a place value that represents one hundred equal parts of a whole. On the number line, it's the second digit to the right of the decimal point. For example, in the number 0.08, the 8 is in the hundredths place.
Rounding to the Nearest Hundredth
To round 0.08 to the nearest hundredth, we need to look at the digit in the thousandths place (the third digit to the right of the decimal point). Since 0.08 only has two digits to the right of the decimal point, we can simply keep the 8 in the hundredths place.
The Answer
Therefore, 0.08 rounded to the nearest hundredth is still 0.08.
Key Takeaways
- A hundredth represents one hundred equal parts of a whole.
- To round a number to the nearest hundredth, look at the digit in the thousandths place.
- If the number only has two digits to the right of the decimal point, you can simply keep the digit in the hundredths place.
By understanding how to round numbers to the nearest hundredth, you'll become more confident in your math abilities and be better equipped to tackle more complex problems.
