Square Root of 196
Calculate √196 instantly — exact value, step-by-step explanation, and properties.
How to Calculate √196
The square root of 196 is exactly 14. This is because 14 × 14 = 196. Since 196 is a perfect square, its square root is a whole number. You can verify: 14² = 14 × 14 = 196.
√196 = 14 (because 14 × 14 = 196) Properties of √196
Perfect Square?
Yes
196 = 14², so its square root is a whole number.
Decimal Value
14
Exact integer result.
Square Root Symbol
√196
Also written as 196^(1/2) or 196^0.5 in programming.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the square root of 196?
The square root of 196 is exactly 14. Since 196 is a perfect square, √196 = 14.
Is 196 a perfect square?
Yes, 196 is a perfect square. It equals 14², meaning 14 × 14 = 196.
How do you calculate √196 by hand?
Since 196 is a perfect square, you can find √196 by identifying which integer multiplied by itself equals 196. The answer is 14, because 14 × 14 = 196.
What is √196 in simplified radical form?
√196 = 14. Since it's a perfect square, no radical form is needed.