How to Round Numbers in Python
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EDITOR BRIEF
Python’s `round()` function rounds 2.5 to 2, which can surprise beginners. The article explains how to handle rounding errors using `decimal`, NumPy, and pandas.
INSIGHTS
Rounding behavior can affect calculations and displayed results. Try rounding values ending in .5 with `round()`, then compare the results with Python’s `decimal` module.
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