This math topic focuses on practicing the approximation of square roots, which is a foundational aspect of Pythagorean theory. Through multiple-choice format, students are provided with different square root problems, ranging numerically (e.g., square roots of 7, 19, 32, 73, 75, 110, etc.). Each problem requires selecting the closest approximate value from a list of options. This type of question enhances understanding of square roots and their practical estimation, helping to develop numerical and analytical skills relevant to geometry and broader mathematical concepts.

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Square Roots Approximating Worksheet

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Math worksheet on 'Square Roots Approximating (Level 1)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Squares and Square Roots - Advanced' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/squares_and_square_roots_advanced/
1
Find the best approximation of the given square root
A LaTex expression showing square root of 41
a
5
b
4.2
c
7.9
d
5.7
e
7.2
f
6.4
2
Find the best approximation of the given square root
A LaTex expression showing square root of 92
a
7.4
b
9.6
c
11.1
d
11.8
e
8.1
f
8.9
3
Find the best approximation of the given square root
A LaTex expression showing square root of 7
a
4.2
b
2.7
c
0.5
d
1.9
e
1.2
f
3.4
4
Find the best approximation of the given square root
A LaTex expression showing square root of 2
a
2.7
b
0.5
c
3.5
d
1.3
e
2
5
Find the best approximation of the given square root
A LaTex expression showing square root of 75
a
10.1
b
6.4
c
7.2
d
9.4
e
8.7
f
10.9
6
Find the best approximation of the given square root
A LaTex expression showing square root of 19
a
5.1
b
4.4
c
6.6
d
2.2
e
2.9
f
3.6
7
Find the best approximation of the given square root
A LaTex expression showing square root of 3
a
0.2
b
3.2
c
1.7
d
3.9
e
2.4
f
1
Square Roots Approximating (Level 1) - Mobius Math