Learn how to take the square root of a number using the identity element

The video tutorial explains the concept of the identity element in mathematics, using the example of the square root of 36. The teacher emphasizes the importance of understanding square roots and rewriting expressions by practicing complex problems. The tutorial encourages students to think about math problems in terms of identity elements and provides a recap to reinforce learning.

What is the square root of 36, and how do you arrive at that answer?

Discuss the relationship between squaring a number and finding its square root.

Explain the concept of the identity element in relation to square roots.

What does it mean when the index in a square root problem is 2?

How can you express the number 36 as a number raised to the second power?