The $n$-th root of $(1+q^n)^2$ is irrational

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Let $0<q<1$ be rational. I am suspecting that $\sqrt[n]{(1+q^n)^2}$ is irrational. Can someone please help me to prove or to disprove this?

  • $n=1$ and $n=2$ are simple cases. I am interested in $n>2$.