What single digit must be added to the number 5 to make it a perfect square?
Category: Math · Difficulty: medium
Hint: Look for the nearest perfect square to 5.
Answer
4
Explanation
5 + 4 = 9, and 9 is a perfect square (3^2).
This is a medium math riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is 4.
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