JAMB Mathematics 2012 Question 4

Question 4

Fractions, Decimals and Approximation

Evaluate 21/9 to 3 significant figures.

  1. A.2.30
  2. B.2.31
  3. C.2.32
  4. D.2.33
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (2.33)

Explanation

21 ÷ 9 = 2.333..., which is 2.33 to 3 significant figures.