Protocol for Manual Square Root Estimation
In professional field operations where digital tools may not be available, technicians often use a specific estimation protocol to find the range of a square root. Describe the mathematical rule used to determine which two consecutive whole numbers the square root of a non-perfect square lies between. In your explanation, identify the specific type of reference numbers required to establish these upper and lower boundaries.
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