Square roots·76
76 =
2√19
≈ 8.717798

Square root of 76 — 8.717798 (2√19)

Irrational

The square root of 76 is about 8.717798, or exactly 2√19. It lies between 8 and 9.

As a decimal
≈ 8.717798
Simplified surd
√76 = 2√19
Between
8 < √76 < 9
Squared
76² = 5776
Cube root
∛76 ≈ 4.235824

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.

76 = √(4 × 19) = 2√19

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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 76?

About 8.717798, or exactly 2√19.

Q. Can the surd be simplified?

Yes: 76 = 4 × 19, so 2 comes out and it becomes 2√19.

Q. Between which integers does it fall?

Between 8 and 9.

Q. What is the cube root of 76?

About 4.235824.