- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 12,673
- 12,673 is between 12,670 and 12,680
- 12,675 is the midpoint between 12,670 and 12,680
- As illustrated on the number line, 12,673 is less than the midpoint (12,675)
- Therefore, 12,673 rounded to the nearest ten = 12,670
