Factorize 162: Apply the prime factorization method to simplify 162. 162 can be factored into 2×81, and 81 is a perfect square (9×9). So, 162 can be written as 2×9×9.
Separate perfect square: Separate the perfect square from the non-perfect square inside the square root. 162=2×9×9=2×9×9.
Simplify perfect square: Simplify the square root of the perfect square. 9×9=81=9.
Combine simplified roots: Combine the simplified square root with the remaining part. 162=2×9=92.
Multiply by coefficient: Multiply the simplified square root by the coefficient outside the radical.2162=2×92=182.
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