- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 12,953
- 12,953 is between 12,950 and 12,960
- 12,955 is the midpoint between 12,950 and 12,960
- As illustrated on the number line, 12,953 is less than the midpoint (12,955)
- Therefore, 12,953 rounded to the nearest ten = 12,950
