Simplifying Square Roots

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What is a square root?

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A square root of a number is a value that, when multiplied by itself, gives the original number.

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CCSS.8.EE.A.2

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What is the square root of 169?

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13

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CCSS.8.EE.A.2

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Is 15^2 equal to 225?

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Yes, 15^2 = 225.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.1

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What is the square root of 324?

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18

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CCSS.8.EE.A.2

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What is the simplified form of √40?

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2√10

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What is the simplified form of √125?

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5√5

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What is the simplified form of √300?

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10√3

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Is 65 a perfect square?

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No, 65 is not a perfect square.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.1

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What is the definition of a perfect square?

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A perfect square is an integer that is the square of another integer.

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CCSS.8.EE.A.2

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How do you simplify square roots?

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To simplify square roots, factor the number into its prime factors and pair them to take them out of the square root.