Square Root of 9

Calculate √9 instantly — exact value, step-by-step explanation, and properties.

√9 =
3
✓ Perfect Square

How to Calculate √9

The square root of 9 is exactly 3. This is because 3 × 3 = 9. Since 9 is a perfect square, its square root is a whole number. You can verify: 3² = 3 × 3 = 9.

√9 = 3 (because 3 × 3 = 9)

Properties of √9

Perfect Square?

Yes

9 = 3², so its square root is a whole number.

Decimal Value

3

Exact integer result.

Square Root Symbol

√9

Also written as 9^(1/2) or 9^0.5 in programming.

Related Square Root Values

Reference table of square roots near 9 for quick comparison.

Number Square Root Perfect Square? Simplified
√8 2.828427 No 2√2
√10 3.162277 No
√7 2.645751 No
√6 2.449489 No
√12 3.464101 No 2√3
√5 2.236067 No
√4 2 Yes 2
√3 1.732050 No
√15 3.872983 No
√16 4 Yes 4

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the square root of 9?

The square root of 9 is exactly 3. Since 9 is a perfect square, √9 = 3.

Is 9 a perfect square?

Yes, 9 is a perfect square. It equals 3², meaning 3 × 3 = 9.

How do you calculate √9 by hand?

Since 9 is a perfect square, you can find √9 by identifying which integer multiplied by itself equals 9. The answer is 3, because 3 × 3 = 9.

What is √9 in simplified radical form?

√9 = 3. Since it's a perfect square, no radical form is needed.

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