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Math Definitions - Letter P


Perfect Square

Definition of Perfect Square

Definition of Perfect Square

A perfect square is a number that is formed by squaring an integer.

For example,

  • \(1\) is a perfect square because \(1 = 1^2\)
  • \(4\) is a perfect square because \(4 = 2^2\)
  • \(9\) is a perfect square because \(9 = 3^2\)
  • \(16\) is a perfect square because \(16 = 4^2\)
  • \(121\) is a perfect square because \(121 = 11^2\)

Description

The aim of this dictionary is to provide definitions to common mathematical terms. Students learn a new math skill every week at school, sometimes just before they start a new skill, if they want to look at what a specific term means, this is where this dictionary will become handy and a go-to guide for a student.



Audience

Year 1 to Year 12 students

Learning Objectives

Learn common math terms starting with letter P

Author: Subject Coach
Added on: 6th Feb 2018

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