How to find nth root of a number?

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To find the nth root of a number in Python, you can use the exponentiation operator: root = number ** (1/n). For example, the cube root of 8 is 8 ** (1/3), which gives 2.

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Answer # 2 #

Mathematically, the nth root of x is a number y such that y^n = x. You can calculate it manually using logarithms: y = e^(ln(x)/n).

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Answer # 3 #

Scientific calculators usually have an nth root button. Look for something like x√y or y√x depending on the model. Enter the number first, then the root.

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Answer # 4 #

In Excel, use the POWER function. Formula: =POWER(number, 1/n). For example, =POWER(27, 1/3) gives 3.

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