Three squared

Answer:

NINE

Hint:

Think of the number you get when you multiply the sides of a square with three units on each edge.

Explanation:

"Three squared" is a straightforward math clue asking for the result of multiplying three by itself (3 × 3). The answer is "NINE" because that’s the numerical solution to the equation. There’s no hidden wordplay here—it’s a direct definition where the clue describes a simple arithmetic operation.

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