The square root of 73 is approximately:

$\sqrt{73} \approx 8.544$

Since 73 is not a perfect square, its square root is an irrational number. It can be left in its exact form as $\sqrt{73}$ or approximated as needed.

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Related Questions:

1. What are some methods to estimate square roots without a calculator?
2. How do you determine if a number is a perfect square?
3. What is the prime factorization of 73?
4. How can we express $\sqrt{73}$ in terms of continued fractions?
5. What is the closest perfect square to 73?

Tip:

If you need a quick estimate for a square root, find the two closest perfect squares. Here, $64 = 8^2$ and $81 = 9^2$, so $\sqrt{73}$ is between 8 and 9.