It asks for the number that, when raised to the power of 2, equals 324.
What is the Square Root of 324?
The square root of 324 is 18. Calculate another value or review the exact form, nearby perfect powers, and verification.
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How the answer is calculated
We solve x2 = 324. The resulting value is x = 18.
Simplified radical form
The square root of 324 in simplified radical form is 18.
There are no square factors that can be taken outside the radical, so 18 is already in simplest radical form.
Nearest Perfect squares
| Position | Base | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Lower or equal | 18 | 324 |
| Upper or equal | 18 | 324 |
Nearby square roots
Number properties
Is 324 a perfect square?
Yes. Its square root is the whole number 18.
Is the square root rational or irrational?
18 is rational because it is a whole number.
Square Root function graph
See how the result changes as the input moves across positive and negative values. Square roots are shown for non-negative inputs; cube roots continue through negative inputs.
Frequently asked questions
The answer is exact because this input is a perfect square.
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