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The root of your first period you \\ | The root of your first period you \\ | ||
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In just a couple of steps we have a very accurate estimate of the square root. This was done by the Babylonians 3,700 years ago (link and link). Now let's shift gears and think about tile geometry. | In just a couple of steps we have a very accurate estimate of the square root. This was done by the Babylonians 3,700 years ago (link and link). Now let's shift gears and think about tile geometry. | ||
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