Square Root
Definition of Square Root

• The Square Root of a number is a nonnegative number which when multiplied by itself equals the given number.

Examples of Square Root

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More about Square Root

• Square Root Function: alt="" />, x ≥ 0 is a Square Root function.
• The following are some properties of Square Root functions. These properties are true for all positive Real Numbers a and b.
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Solved Example on Square Root

Find the Square Root of 196.
Choices:
A. 7
B. 28
C. 42
D. 14
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Step 1: Square Root of 196 = alt="" />.
Step 2: alt="" />             [Since 14 × 14 = 196.]

Related Terms for Square Root

• Nonnegative Number

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