- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 3,479
- 3,479 is between 3,470 and 3,480
- 3,475 is the midpoint between 3,470 and 3,480
- As illustrated on the number line, 3,479 is greater than the midpoint (3,475)
- Therefore, 3,479 rounded to the nearest ten = 3,480
