Estimating Square Roots of Non-Square Numbers

Estimating Square Roots of Non-Square Numbers

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics, Science, Other

6th - 8th Grade

Medium

Created by

Patricia Brown

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This video tutorial teaches how to estimate the square roots of non-square numbers. It begins by explaining the method of finding square numbers on either side of the given number and using them to estimate the square root. The video provides examples, such as estimating the square root of 77 and 30, demonstrating the process of approximation. The tutorial concludes with a call to action for viewers to like and subscribe.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in estimating the square root of a non-square number?

Find the square numbers on either side of the given number.

Divide the number by 2.

Multiply the number by itself.

Add 10 to the number.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If you are estimating the square root of 77, which two square numbers should you consider?

81 and 100

36 and 49

64 and 81

49 and 64

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the estimated square root of 77 closer to 9 than to 8?

Because 77 is an even number.

Because 77 is closer to 64 than to 81.

Because 77 is closer to 81 than to 64.

Because 77 is a prime number.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When estimating the square root of 30, which two square numbers are relevant?

36 and 49

16 and 25

9 and 16

25 and 36

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated square root of 30 to one decimal place?

4.5

6.0

5.5

5.0

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should viewers do if they found the video useful?

Watch it again.

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