Question

Smallest possible answer for 4.48 + 8.56

Answer 1

12.9

Explanation:

The smallest possible answer for 4.48 + 8.56 would be obtained if we round down each number to the nearest tenth before adding them:

4.48 rounded down to the nearest tenth is 4.4

8.56 rounded down to the nearest tenth is 8.5

Adding these rounded numbers gives:

4.4 + 8.5 = 12.9

Therefore, the smallest possible answer for 4.48 + 8.56 is 12.9.