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    Math Definitions -> E -> Estimation

 Estimation


Finding a value that is close enough to the right answer, usually with some thought or calculation involved.

Example: Sam's estimation of 400 bricks to build the wall was very good, as there were only 12 bricks left over.

See: Visual Estimation


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