Approximating Square Roots

If you have a number that’s not a perfect square, you can approximate its square root by finding the two whole numbers that the square root falls between. In this eighth-grade math worksheet, students will approximate square roots of non-perfect squares by finding the two whole numbers that the square root falls between. Beginning with an explanation and example problem and ending with a challenge question, this worksheet is a great way to give learners practice working with irrational numbers while preparing them for higher-level concepts to come. Get more practice with the Estimate Square Roots worksheet!