- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 12,444
- 12,444 is between 12,440 and 12,450
- 12,445 is the midpoint between 12,440 and 12,450
- As illustrated on the number line, 12,444 is less than the midpoint (12,445)
- Therefore, 12,444 rounded to the nearest ten = 12,440
