When we estimate, we guess but with some calculation.
In this worksheet, you must estimate which number the arrow is pointing to on a vertical number line.
Example
Estimate which number the arrow is pointing to.
Answer
In your mind, picture where the halfway number 5 is.
In your mind, picture the small number divisions between 0, 5 and 10.
The arrow is pointing to one mark before 5, which is 4.
Is that the number you thought it would be?
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