- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 3,642
- 3,642 is between 3,640 and 3,650
- 3,645 is the midpoint between 3,640 and 3,650
- As illustrated on the number line, 3,642 is less than the midpoint (3,645)
- Therefore, 3,642 rounded to the nearest ten = 3,640
