To analyze Walter's estimation that \(\sqrt{13}\) is between 3.61 and 3.62, we need to check the squares of these numbers:
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Calculate \(3.61^2\): \[ 3.61^2 = 12.9921 \]
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Calculate \(3.62^2\): \[ 3.62^2 = 13.0644 \]
From this, we can see that:
- \(3.61^2 = 12.9921\) (which is less than 13)
- \(3.62^2 = 13.0644\) (which is greater than 13)
Since \(12.9921 < 13 < 13.0644\), it confirms that \(\sqrt{13}\) falls between 3.61 and 3.62.
Thus, Walter's estimation is correct. The appropriate response would be: Yes, Walter is correct.