What is the Square Root of 161?

Instant answer with step-by-step solution

√161 = 12.6885775404
√161 = 12.6885775404
⚠ 161 is not a perfect square — result rounded to 10 significant figures

Step-by-step explanation

  1. We need to find √161 — a number that when multiplied by itself equals 161.
  2. 161 is not a perfect square. Its square root is irrational.
  3. It falls between √144 = 12 and √169 = 13.
  4. Using the formula √N = N^(1/2): √161 = 161^0.5 = 12.6885775404
  5. Verification: 12.6885775404 × 12.6885775404 ≈ 161 ✓ (rounded to 10 significant figures)

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