How to Find the Square Root of 225?

The square root of 225 is 15.

Here's why and how you can find it:

• Understanding Square Roots: A square root of a number is a value that, when multiplied by itself, gives the original number.

• Finding the Square Root: In this case, 15 * 15 = 225. Therefore, the square root of 225 is 15.

• Methods to find the Square Root: The YouTube video referenced suggests using a factor tree to find the square root of 225.

  • Factor Tree Method:
    1. Start by breaking down 225 into its prime factors.
    2. 225 = 3 * 75
    3. 75 = 3 * 25
    4. 25 = 5 * 5
    5. Therefore, 225 = 3 3 5 5 = (3 5) (3 5) = 15 * 15