Enter a number and select a decimal point into the calculator below to round to the nearest value.
Rounding Formula
The formula for rounding is more like a set of logical operators. For example, if you have a number, say 5.6, in the form x.y, the logical operators are as follows:
- If y is >5, return X+1
- If y is <5, return X
This can be done for any number of decimal points using the same method.
Rounding Definition
Rounding is the process of increase or decrease a decimal number to a whole number based on a set of rules.
How to round a number?
How to round a number?
- First, determine the decimal value.
For example, in the number 5.6, the decimal is 6.
- Determine if the decimal is over or under 5.
In the example above, 6 is greater than 5.
- Finally, round the whole number.
Take the whole number of 5 and increase it to 6.
FAQ
What is rounding?
Rounding is the process of increase or decrease a decimal number to a whole number based on a set of rules.
