How Do I Round to Three Decimal Places?

Rounding numbers to three decimal places is a common task in mathematics and everyday calculations. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Identify the fourth decimal place: Look at the number and identify the digit in the fourth decimal place (the digit immediately after the third decimal place).
2. Determine whether to round up or down: If the digit in the fourth decimal place is 5 or greater, round the third decimal place up by one. If it’s less than 5, leave the third decimal place as it is.
3. Write the rounded number: After rounding, write the number up to the third decimal place.

Example:

Let’s say you have the number 7.4568 and you want to round it to three decimal places.

1. Identify the fourth decimal place: In this case, it’s 8.
2. Since 8 is greater than 5, you round the third decimal place (6) up by one, making it 7.
3. The rounded number is 7.457.

This method ensures that your number is accurately rounded to three decimal places, making it easier to work with in various calculations.