Math Problem Statement

What is 5 squared (52)?

Solution

The square of 55, written as 525^2, is:

52=5×5=255^2 = 5 \times 5 = 25

So, 52=255^2 = 25.

Would you like a deeper explanation or an example involving other numbers?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What is 10210^2?
  2. How do you calculate the square of a negative number, such as (3)2(-3)^2?
  3. What is the square root of 25?
  4. How does squaring a number differ from cubing it (e.g., 535^3)?
  5. Can you explain how squaring a number applies to geometry, such as finding the area of a square?

Tip: Squaring a number always results in a positive number, regardless of whether the original number is positive or negative.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic
Exponents

Formulas

a^2 = a × a

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 4-6