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Why is calculating square roots not taught?

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It used to be taught many years ago but he advent of calculators and computers have essentially eliminated that. It is a good discipline to learn in school, however, so would be nice to be brought back, but unlike say, long division, it is a bit more complicated.

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It is taught at the appropriate stage.

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