Key learning points

1. The square root of any perfect square will be an integer.
2. The square root of any perfect square will be an integer and can be calculated by using trial and improvement.
3. The cube root of any perfect cube will be an integer.
4. The cube root of any perfect cube will be an integer and can be calculated by using trial and improvement.

Common misconception

Keywords

• Perfect square - A perfect square is the same as a square number.

• Perfect cube - A perfect cube is the same as a cube number.

• Square number - A square number is the product of two repeated integers.

• Cube number - A cube number is the product of three repeated integers.