Question

What is the estimate of the sum of 324, 653, 303, and 491 using front end estimation?
A. 1,700
B. 1,800
C. 1,900
D. 2,000

Answer 1

Answer: B. 1,800
Explanation: If you add all of the numbers together you get 1,771. Although 1,771 is close to 1,700, it is closer to 1,800. Therefor, the answer is option B.