Is The Estimate Correct

Worksheet Description

This worksheet presents a series of division problems where students are asked to check if the given estimations are correct. For each problem, there is an estimated quotient and a simplified form of the original division problem. The task for the students is to verify the accuracy of each estimate and to correct it if it is wrong.

The worksheet is designed to teach students the skill of estimation in division, an important aspect of mental arithmetic. By rounding the numbers to the nearest ten or hundred, students learn to quickly approximate the result of a division problem. This exercise aims to enhance students’ number sense and their ability to perform calculations more efficiently. It also encourages critical thinking as students must decide whether the provided estimations are reasonable.