Square root of 256
The square root of 256 is 16, because 16 Ć 16 = 256.
Square root of 256
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How to work it out
- 1
The square root of 256 is the number that multiplied by itself gives 256.
- 2
16 Ć 16 = 256, so 256 is a perfect square.
Squares around 256
| Number | Squared |
|---|---|
| 15 | 225 |
| 16 | 256 |
| 17 | 289 |
| 18 | 324 |
Questions
What is the square root of 256?
The square root of 256 is 16, because 16 Ć 16 = 256.
Is 256 a perfect square?
Yes, 16 Ć 16 = 256.
What is 256 squared?
256 Ć 256 = 65536.
What is the square root of 256 rounded to 2 decimals?
16.