- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 15,287
- 15,287 is between 15,280 and 15,290
- 15,285 is the midpoint between 15,280 and 15,290
- As illustrated on the number line, 15,287 is greater than the midpoint (15,285)
- Therefore, 15,287 rounded to the nearest ten = 15,290
