Squares Locating Between Perfect Squares (Level 1)

This math topic focuses on identifying the closest perfect squares above and below a given number. It is designed to help students develop an understanding of number sense with respect to square numbers. The problems are part of a unit on the foundations of Pythagoras, emphasizing the relationship between numbers and their square roots. Each problem presents a number and requires the student to find the two perfect squares that it lies between, enhancing their familiarity with perfect squares and their properties.

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Squares Locating Between Perfect Squares Worksheet

Math worksheet on 'Squares Locating Between Perfect Squares (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 closest perfect squares above and below the given number

a

6, 9

b

2, 17

c

1, 9

d

4, 9

e

4, 16

f

2, 9

2

Find the closest perfect squares above and below the given number

a

25, 34

b

25, 36

c

16, 36

d

29, 32

e

21, 38

f

25, 44

3

Find the closest perfect squares above and below the given number

a

36, 65

b

32, 61

c

32, 47

d

32, 59

e

36, 49

f

36, 64

4

Find the closest perfect squares above and below the given number

a

5, 30

b

9, 14

c

5, 16

d

5, 20

e

5, 24

f

9, 16

5

Find the closest perfect squares above and below the given number

a

1, 6

b

1, 9

c

1, 20

d

1, 8

e

1, 4

f

1, 10

6

Find the closest perfect squares above and below the given number

a

36, 49

b

38, 45

c

36, 43

d

25, 49

e

36, 47

f

32, 47

7

Find the closest perfect squares above and below the given number

a

18, 29

b

18, 23

c

16, 27

d

16, 25

e

16, 39

f

18, 35