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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Find the closest perfect squares above and below the given number