Math Problem Statement

What is the least number which must be added to 1750 so as to get a perfect square? Also, find the square root of the perfect square so obtained.

Solution

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What is the least number which must be added to 1750 so as to get a perfect square? Also, find the square root of the perfect square so obtained.

Steps to Solve:

  1. Finding the nearest perfect square greater than 1750:

    • Find the square root of 1750, which is approximately √1750 ≈ 41.83.
    • The next integer greater than 41.83 is 42.
    • The square of 42 is 422=176442^2 = 1764.
  2. Determining the number to add:

    • To make 1750 a perfect square, the difference between 1764 and 1750 must be added. 17641750=141764 - 1750 = 14
    • So, the least number to add to 1750 is 14.
  3. Square root of the perfect square obtained:

    • The perfect square is 1764, and its square root is: 1764=42\sqrt{1764} = 42

Final Answer:

  • The least number to add is 14.
  • The square root of the perfect square (1764) is 42.

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Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What is the smallest number that can be subtracted from 1750 to make it a perfect square?
  2. How do you determine if a given number is a perfect square?
  3. What is the next perfect square greater than 1764?
  4. Can you find the least number to add to 1000 to make it a perfect square?
  5. How can you estimate the square root of a non-perfect square using a calculator?

Tip: To find the least number to add or subtract to make a number a perfect square, always check the nearest perfect squares and compare the differences!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Square Numbers
Approximation of Square Roots
Basic Algebra

Formulas

Square root approximation
Square of integers

Theorems

Perfect square theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 8-10