- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 252,523
- 252,523 is between 252,520 and 252,530
- 252,525 is the midpoint between 252,520 and 252,530
- As illustrated on the number line, 252,523 is less than the midpoint (252,525)
- Therefore, 252,523 rounded to the nearest ten = 252,520
