radicand

[ˈradəˌkand]

radicand Definition

a quantity or expression inside a radical sign, especially the expression under the radical sign in a quadratic or higher-order root.

Using radicand: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "radicand" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    In the expression √(x+1), the radicand is x+1.

  • Example

    The radicand of the square root of 25 is 25.

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Summary: radicand in Brief

The term 'radicand' [ˈradəˌkand] refers to the quantity or expression inside a radical sign, particularly the expression under the radical sign in a quadratic or higher-order root. For example, in the expression √(x+1), the radicand is x+1.