How to calculate the nth root of a number by using a basic calculator.

The trick works as follows.
Suppose, you have to evaluate the cube root of 4096

Step 1- Type 4096 on the calculator.
Step 2- Hit the √ sign 12 times.
Step 3- Subtract 1 from the result.
Step 4- Divide the number on screen by 3(or as per your problem by 'n').
Step 5- Add 1 to the result.
Step 6- Now hit "x & =" simultaneously 12 times.

And, you have the answer.

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