- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 12,892
- 12,892 is between 12,890 and 12,900
- 12,895 is the midpoint between 12,890 and 12,900
- As illustrated on the number line, 12,892 is less than the midpoint (12,895)
- Therefore, 12,892 rounded to the nearest ten = 12,890
