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Between what two integers does √160 lie?

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Answer:

  • 12 and 13

Explanation:

Let the integers be a and b, then we have:


  • a<√(160) <b

If we square all terms we get:


  • a^2<160<b^2

It is now easier to find the squares:


  • a^2 = 144\\b^2=169

Then the integers are:


  • a= √(144) =12\\b=√(169) =13
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