How to find the square root using a factor tree

3,885 views · Published 5 December 2018 · 4:34 · Indexed 14 October 2026

Channel: MooMooMath and Science · 2018 · Education

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Learn how to use a factor tree in order to find the square root of a number.
A factor tree is an easy way to find the prime numbers which multiply together to equal the original number.
Once you know the prime factors you look for pairs in order to find the square root.

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