Estimate the sum as indicated. Then answer the question.Estimate the following sum by first rounding to the nearest hundred. Does the estimate give you reason to doubt the stated sum? 

A. Estimate: 138,200 ; no
B. Estimate: 126,200 ; no
C. Estimate: 138,200 ; yes
D. Estimate: 126,200 ; yes


Answer: D

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