\begin{tabular}{ll} Round the decimal number to the nearest hundredth. \\ \hline 2.41916\end{tabular}

To round the decimal number 2.41916 to the nearest hundredth, you look at the third digit after the decimal point, which is a 9. Since 9 is greater than 5, you round up the second digit (the one in the hundredths place, which is 1) by adding 1. Therefore, 2.41916 rounded to the nearest hundredth is 2.42. Now, here's a fun fact: Did you know that rounding numbers is not just a math skill but also an everyday necessity? From managing budgets to cooking recipes, rounding helps simplify and streamline tasks! Also, when rounding, a common mistake is overlooking the digit you're rounding up from. Always double-check the digit right after the place you're rounding to – it can make all the difference!