How to use prime factorization to determine the square root of a number, sqrt(56)

The video tutorial explains how to simplify the square root of 56 by using prime factorization. The teacher guides students through identifying integer pairs and applying prime factorization to break down the number into its prime factors. The concept of simplifying square roots by identifying pairs is emphasized, and the properties of square roots are discussed to help students understand the process. The tutorial concludes with a practical problem for students to solve.

Why can't you take the square root of 2 and 7 in the context provided?

Describe the relationship between squaring a number and taking its square root as mentioned in the text.