- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 3,982
- 3,982 is between 3,980 and 3,990
- 3,985 is the midpoint between 3,980 and 3,990
- As illustrated on the number line, 3,982 is less than the midpoint (3,985)
- Therefore, 3,982 rounded to the nearest ten = 3,980
