Approximating Square Roots Concepts

This video tutorial by Ages teaches how to calculate the approximate square root of natural numbers. It begins with an introduction to the concept of square roots, differentiating between exact and approximate roots. The instructor provides examples using the numbers 60 and 28, demonstrating the process of finding approximate square roots by identifying the closest perfect squares and refining the estimate. The lesson concludes with a call to action for viewers to subscribe and engage with the channel.

What is an exact square root?

• A number that, when divided by itself, gives one.

• A number that, when added to itself, gives a perfect square.

• A number that, when multiplied by itself, gives a perfect square.

• A number that, when multiplied by itself, gives a non-integer.

Why is it important to understand exact square roots before learning approximate square roots?

• Because approximate square roots are not useful without exact square roots.

• Because exact square roots are more commonly used in real life.

• Because approximate square roots are based on the knowledge of exact square roots.

• Because exact square roots are easier to calculate.

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Which two exact square roots are used to approximate the square root of 60?

• 49 and 64

• 36 and 49

• 16 and 25

• 25 and 36

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What is the approximate square root of 60 to one decimal place?

• 7.5

• 7.8

• 7.6

• 7.7

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Why is 7.7 a better approximation for the square root of 60 than 7.8?

• Because 7.7 is a more common approximation.

• Because 7.7 is closer to 60 than 7.8.

• Because 7.7 is easier to calculate.

• Because 7.7 is a whole number.

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Which two exact square roots are used to approximate the square root of 28?

• 16 and 25

• 25 and 36

• 36 and 49

• 49 and 64

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What is the approximate square root of 28 to one decimal place?

• 5.2

• 5.3

• 5.5

• 5.4

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Why is 5.3 a better approximation for the square root of 28 than 5.2?

• Because 5.3 is closer to 28 than 5.2.

• Because 5.3 is easier to calculate.

• Because 5.3 is a whole number.

• Because 5.3 is a more common approximation.

What should you remember when writing the approximate square root in decimal form?

• Use one decimal place.

• Use three decimal places.

• Use no decimal places.

• Use two decimal places.

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What is the final step after finding the approximate square root?

• Round the number to the nearest whole number.

• Check if the number is a whole number.

• Multiply the number by itself again.

• Write the number in exponential form.

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