Solution:
1. Given number:
- 48.967
2. Identify the digit in the first decimal place:
- Decimal digits in 48.967: .967
- First decimal place digit: 9
3. Identify the digit in the second decimal place to decide rounding:
- Second decimal place digit: 6 (which is greater than 5)
4. Since the second decimal place is 6 (greater than 5), round up the first decimal place:
- 48.9 becomes 49.0 when rounded
The rounded number to 1 decimal place is 49.0.