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Rounding Off Significant Figures

Textbook physics rounding convention, cutoff line & odd/even tie rules

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How to use Rounding Off Significant Figures

  1. Choose values for the labelled controls: Mantissa (m); Power (n); Unit (opt).
  2. Use the visualiser controls to explore the result.
  3. Change one input at a time and compare the result with the explanation below.

Examples available in this visualiser: 14.750, 14.650e12, 15462, 14.745.

How it works

Textbook physics rounding convention, cutoff line & odd/even tie rules

Include physical units if present (e.g. 14.8 or 14.8 m/s)

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Frequently asked questions

What does Rounding Off Significant Figures help me explore?

Textbook physics rounding convention, cutoff line & odd/even tie rules

How do I use this visualiser?

Choose values for the labelled controls: Mantissa (m); Power (n); Unit (opt). Use the visualiser controls to explore the result. Change one input at a time and compare the result with the explanation below.

What should I know when interpreting this visualiser?

Textbook physics rounding convention, cutoff line & odd/even tie rules

Include physical units if present (e.g. 14.8 or 14.8 m/s)

Copy and paste this responsive iframe into your course notes, Canvas, Moodle, or blog: