Flashcard 17 - Math Flashcard Set for the TEAS

3.5 mL

Given that the decimal portion of each value is relatively substantial, rounding the amounts to the nearest whole number is inappropriate because the result (2) is too small, close to half the value of the actual sum (3.41). However, rounding the measurements to the nearest tenth (1.5 mL, 0.5 mL, and 1.5 mL) results in an estimated sum of 3.5 mL, which is much more accurate.