- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 100 that bracket 45,968
- 45,968 is between 45,900 and 46,000
- 45,950 is the midpoint between 45,900 and 46,000
- As illustrated on the number line, 45,968 is greater than the midpoint (45,950)
- Therefore, 45,968 rounded to the nearest hundred = 46,000
