Understanding Square Roots Using Factor Trees

The video tutorial explains how to find the square root of 64 using a factor tree. It begins with an introduction to the concept and proceeds with creating a factor tree by breaking down 64 into its prime factors. The tutorial then demonstrates how to count and pair the factors to extract the square root. Finally, it concludes with a calculation showing that the square root of 64 is 8, and ends with a positive message about kindness.

What method is introduced for finding the square root of 64?

• Using a calculator

• Using a factor tree

• Using a number line

• Using a graph

What is the first step in creating a factor tree for 64?

• Divide by 2

• Divide by 4

• Divide by 3

• Divide by 5

How many twos are counted in the factor tree of 64?

• Six

• Seven

• Five

• Four

What is done with the pairs of twos under the square root sign?

• They are added together

• They are subtracted

• They are taken out

• They are divided

What is the final result of the square root of 64?

• 6

• 7

• 8

• 9

What is the purpose of creating pairs in the factor tree method?

• To divide the numbers

• To add more numbers

• To make it more complex

• To simplify the calculation

What is the final step after taking out pairs in the factor tree method?

• Subtract the numbers

• Multiply the numbers

• Divide the numbers

• Add the numbers