What is the Square Root of 542?

Step-by-step explanation

1. We need to find √542 — a number that when multiplied by itself equals 542.
2. 542 is not a perfect square. Its square root is irrational.
3. It falls between √529 = 23 and √576 = 24.
4. Using the formula √N = N^(1/2): √542 = 542^0.5 = 23.2808934536
5. Verification: 23.2808934536 × 23.2808934536 ≈ 542 ✓ (rounded to 10 significant figures)

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