Question

estimate the sum. round each number to the nearest whole number, then add.
$2 \frac{1}{3} + 3 \frac{8}{9}$
the sum is approximately \boxed{}

Explanation:

Step1: Round \(2\frac{1}{3}\) to nearest whole

\(2\frac{1}{3}\approx2\) (since \(\frac{1}{3}<\frac{1}{2}\))

Step2: Round \(3\frac{8}{9}\) to nearest whole

\(3\frac{8}{9}\approx4\) (since \(\frac{8}{9}>\frac{1}{2}\))

Step3: Add the rounded numbers

\(2 + 4 = 6\)

Answer:

6