Solve the equation. First estimate using the perfect square closest to 78 . Then use a calculator. Estimate. n2=78 (the 2 is meaning squared)

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Froilan · Answer 1 · 2023-11-29T20:08:17+0000

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Work below!

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My estimate: 8.8 x 8.8 = 77.44

Calculated answer: 8.8 x 8.8 = 77.44

Why are they the same? Because 78 is simply not a perfect square. Therefore 77.44 must be rounded up to 78.

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