Root Roundup

Worksheet Description

This worksheet focuses on estimating the square roots of various numbers. Students are required to make an initial estimate, then calculate and round the actual square root to two decimal places. The worksheet is designed to help students practice their skills in approximating square roots without a calculator and then verify their estimates against precise calculations. By engaging in this activity, students improve their number sense and their ability to work with square roots in a more intuitive manner.

This worksheet teaches students how to approximate square roots, an essential skill in mathematics when dealing with non-perfect squares. It encourages students to rely on their understanding of square numbers and their ability to estimate values that aren’t immediately obvious. The exercise fosters mental math abilities by having students predict the square root and then compare it with the actual calculated value. Overall, this worksheet helps students become more comfortable with square roots, rounding, and the process of verifying estimates with exact answers.