Question

Xander was estimating the sum of two positive
numbers x and y (where x > y). First he rounded
up x by a small amount and then he rounded y
down by the same amount. Finally, he added the
rounded values. Which of the following
statements is correct?
a. His estimate is larger than x + y
b. His estimate is smaller than x + y
c. His estimate equals x + y
d. There is not enough information.

Please tell me the answer as well has how you got that answer

Answer 1

Answer:

a. His estimate is larger than x + y

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