How to Round to the Nearest One

Rounding to the nearest one is a straightforward process that can be broken down into a few simple steps. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Identify the Number: Look at the number you wish to round. For example, let’s say we have the number 4.6.
2. Examine the Decimal: Focus on the digit in the tenths place (the first digit to the right of the decimal point). In our example, 4.6 has a ‘6’ in the tenths place.
3. Apply the Rounding Rule: The rule is simple: if the tenths digit is 5 or greater, you’ll round up the number. If it’s less than 5, you round down. Since 6 is greater than 5, we round 4.6 up to 5.
4. Final Result: The rounded result of 4.6 is 5, as it is nearer to 5 than it is to 4.

So, to summarize, round the number based on the tenths digit: if it’s 5 or above, round up; if it’s below 5, round down. This method ensures that you always arrive at the nearest whole number.