Root (nth Degree) Calculator
Calculate the square root, cube root or nth root of a number.
Result
3
3rd degree root = 3
Result in all units
Step-by-step solution
What Is Taking a Root?
Taking a root is the inverse operation of exponentiation. The nth root of a number is the value that, when multiplied by itself n times, gives that number.
How is it calculated?
How Is a Root Calculated?
- Enter the number and the root degree.
- The square root (2nd degree) and the cube root (3rd degree) are the most common.
For example, ³√27 = 3, because 3×3×3 = 27.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between square root and cube root?
The square root seeks the value that gives the number when multiplied twice, and the cube root when multiplied three times.