- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 39,994
- 39,994 is between 39,990 and 40,000
- 39,995 is the midpoint between 39,990 and 40,000
- As illustrated on the number line, 39,994 is less than the midpoint (39,995)
- Therefore, 39,994 rounded to the nearest ten = 39,990
