Approximation to the Value of Square Root of 2 (Illustration)

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by Cristian Violatti
published on 23 September 2013

This is one of the best methods of approximation to the value of square root of 2 used by the Pythagorean brotherhood.

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Cristian Violatti is an independent author, public speaker, and former editor of Ancient History Encyclopedia with a passion for archaeology and ancient history.

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