Last updated: March 2, 2026 by Sarah Chen

How to Calculate Square Roots

Formula

The square root of a number is a value that, when multiplied by itself, gives the original number. For example, sqrt(144) = 12.

This calculator also provides the cube root for additional reference.

Common use cases:

  • Geometry calculations involving areas
  • Physics distance and magnitude formulas
  • Statistical standard deviation computations

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Sarah Chen

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Sarah is a Chartered Financial Analyst with over 8 years of experience in investment management and financial modeling. She specializes in retirement planning and compound interest calculations.

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