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Square Root of 3840

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If a number is multiplied by the same number, the result is a square. The inverse of the square is a square root. The square root is used in the field of vehicle design, finance, etc. Here, we will discuss the square root of 3840.

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What is the Square Root of 3840?

The square root is the inverse of the square of the number. 3840 is not a perfect square. The square root of 3840 is expressed in both radical and exponential form. In the radical form, it is expressed as √3840, whereas (3840)^(1/2) in the exponential form. √3840 ≈ 61.977, which is an irrational number because it cannot be expressed in the form of p/q, where p and q are integers and q ≠ 0.

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Finding the Square Root of 3840

The prime factorization method is used for perfect square numbers. However, for non-perfect squares, the long-division method and approximation method are used. Let us now learn the following methods:

 

  • Prime factorization method
  • Long division method
  • Approximation method
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Square Root of 3840 by Prime Factorization Method

The product of prime factors is the prime factorization of a number. Now let us look at how 3840 is broken down into its prime factors.

 

Step 1: Finding the prime factors of 3840 Breaking it down, we get 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 3 × 5: 2^6 × 3^1 × 5^1

 

Step 2: Now we found out the prime factors of 3840. The second step is to make pairs of those prime factors. Since 3840 is not a perfect square, the digits of the number can’t be fully grouped in pairs.

 

Therefore, calculating √3840 using prime factorization directly is not possible.

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Square Root of 3840 by Long Division Method

The long division method is particularly used for non-perfect square numbers. In this method, we should check the closest perfect square number for the given number. Let us now learn how to find the square root using the long division method, step by step.

 

Step 1: To begin with, we need to group the numbers from right to left. In the case of 3840, we group it as 84 and 38.

 

Step 2: Now we need to find n whose square is less than or equal to 38. We can say n as ‘6’ because 6 × 6 = 36 is lesser than or equal to 38. Now the quotient is 6.

 

Step 3: Subtract 36 from 38, the remainder is 2, and bring down the next pair, which is 40, making it 240.

 

Step 4: The new divisor is 2 times the current quotient, which is 12. We need to find the value of n such that 12n × n ≤ 240.

 

Step 5: Consider n as 1, 121 × 1 = 121. Step 6: Subtract 121 from 240, the difference is 119, and the quotient is 61.

 

Step 7: Since the dividend is less than the divisor, add a decimal point and bring down two zeroes to the dividend, making it 11900.

 

Step 8: Find the new divisor that is 122 times n such that it fits into the new dividend.

 

Step 9: Continue the process until you get the desired precision.

 

The square root of √3840 ≈ 61.977.

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Square Root of 3840 by Approximation Method

The approximation method is another method for finding square roots; it is an easy method to find the square root of a given number. Now let us learn how to find the square root of 3840 using the approximation method.

 

Step 1: Find the closest perfect squares around 3840. The smallest perfect square is 3600 (60^2) and the largest perfect square is 4096 (64^2). √3840 falls between 60 and 64.

 

Step 2: Apply the approximation formula: (Given number - smallest perfect square) / (Greater perfect square - smallest perfect square) (3840 - 3600) ÷ (4096 - 3600) = 240 ÷ 496 ≈ 0.484 Step 3: Add this decimal to the smaller integer value: 60 + 0.484 = 60.484 So, the square root of 3840 is approximately 61.977 when calculated more precisely.

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Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in the Square Root of 3840

Students make mistakes while finding the square root, such as forgetting about the negative square root, and skipping key steps in methods. Let us look at a few of those mistakes in detail.

Mistake 1

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Forgetting about the negative square root

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It is important to remember that a number has both positive and negative square roots. However, we usually take only the positive square root for practical purposes.

For example: √50 = 7.071, but there is also -7.071 which should not be forgotten.

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Square Root of 3840 Examples

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Problem 1

Can you help Max find the area of a square box if its side length is given as √3840?

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The area of the square is approximately 3840 square units.

Explanation

The area of the square = side^2.

The side length is given as √3840.

Area of the square = side^2 = √3840 × √3840 = 3840.

Therefore, the area of the square box is 3840 square units.

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Problem 2

A square-shaped building measuring 3840 square feet is built; if each of the sides is √3840, what will be the square feet of half of the building?

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1920 square feet

Explanation

We can just divide the given area by 2 as the building is square-shaped.

Dividing 3840 by 2, we get 1920.

So half of the building measures 1920 square feet.

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Problem 3

Calculate √3840 × 5.

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Approximately 309.885

Explanation

First, find the square root of 3840, which is approximately 61.977.

Multiply this by 5.

So, 61.977 × 5 ≈ 309.885.

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Problem 4

What will be the square root of (3840 + 160)?

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The square root is approximately 64.

Explanation

To find the square root, calculate the sum of (3840 + 160).

3840 + 160 = 4000.

The square root of 4000 is approximately 63.2455532.

Therefore, the square root of (3840 + 160) is approximately 64.

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Problem 5

Find the perimeter of a rectangle if its length ‘l’ is √3840 units and the width ‘w’ is 60 units.

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The perimeter is approximately 244 units.

Explanation

Perimeter of the rectangle = 2 × (length + width).

Perimeter = 2 × (√3840 + 60)

= 2 × (61.977 + 60)

= 2 × 121.977 ≈ 243.954.

Therefore, the perimeter is approximately 244 units.

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FAQ on Square Root of 3840

1.What is √3840 in its simplest form?

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2.Mention the factors of 3840.

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3.Calculate the square of 3840.

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4.Is 3840 a prime number?

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5.3840 is divisible by?

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Important Glossaries for the Square Root of 3840

  • Square root: A square root is the inverse of a square. For example, 4^2 = 16, and the inverse of the square is the square root, which is √16 = 4.
     
  • Irrational number: An irrational number is a number that cannot be written in the form of p/q, where q is not equal to zero and p and q are integers.
     
  • Principal square root: A number has both positive and negative square roots. However, it is always the positive square root that has more prominence due to its uses in the real world. That is why it is also known as the principal square root.
     
  • Prime factorization: Breaking down a number into the product of its prime factors. For example, the prime factorization of 3840 is 2^6 × 3 × 5.
     
  • Decimal: A decimal is a number that contains a whole number and a fractional part, such as 7.86, 8.65, and 9.42.
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