Nia wants the total weight of her luggage to be no more than 50 kilograms. She has

suitcases that weigh 15.8 kilograms. 17.42 kilograms, and 16.28 kilograms. Is the total weig

within the limit? Use only estimation to decide. Explain how you know your estimate gives you

the correct answer.

Step-by-step explanation: Lets estimate first to the nearest whole number.

15.8 kilograms estimated is 16 kg

17.42 kilograms estimated is 17 kg

16.28 kilograms estimated is 16 kg

Now add the estimated values, 16 + 17 + 16 = 49 kg

The estimate gives you the correct answer because it gives you an accurate reasonable amount in this problem.