Square roots·52
52 =
2√13
≈ 7.211103

Square root of 52 — 7.211103 (2√13)

Irrational

The square root of 52 is about 7.211103, or exactly 2√13. It lies between 7 and 8.

As a decimal
≈ 7.211103
Simplified surd
√52 = 2√13
Between
7 < √52 < 8
Squared
52² = 2704
Cube root
∛52 ≈ 3.732511

How the surd is simplified

Pull out the largest square factor. Since 50 = 25 × 2, the root of 25 comes out as 5 and the 2 stays behind: 5√2.

52 = √(4 × 13) = 2√13

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How to read this

  • The decimal is rounded; the surd form is the exact value.
  • Pulling out a square factor simplifies the surd — √50 = 5√2.
  • If the number is not a perfect square, the decimal never ends (irrational).
  • Knowing which two integers it sits between is enough to estimate in your head.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the square root of 52?

About 7.211103, or exactly 2√13.

Q. Can the surd be simplified?

Yes: 52 = 4 × 13, so 2 comes out and it becomes 2√13.

Q. Between which integers does it fall?

Between 7 and 8.

Q. What is the cube root of 52?

About 3.732511.