- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 18,294
- 18,294 is between 18,290 and 18,300
- 18,295 is the midpoint between 18,290 and 18,300
- As illustrated on the number line, 18,294 is less than the midpoint (18,295)
- Therefore, 18,294 rounded to the nearest ten = 18,290
