Math Problem Statement

Which value would lie between the two points on the number line below?

 

A.2–√+22+2

B.53–√53

C.195√21952

D.5–√−15−1

Solution

To determine which value lies between two points on a number line, we need to evaluate the expressions provided in the answer choices and see which one falls between two specific values.

Let's evaluate each option step-by-step:

Option A: 2+2\sqrt{2} + 2

  • 21.414\sqrt{2} \approx 1.414
  • So, 2+21.414+2=3.414\sqrt{2} + 2 \approx 1.414 + 2 = 3.414

Option B: 53\frac{5}{\sqrt{3}}

  • 31.732\sqrt{3} \approx 1.732
  • So, 5351.7322.887\frac{5}{\sqrt{3}} \approx \frac{5}{1.732} \approx 2.887

Option C: 19521\frac{19}{5\sqrt{21}}

  • 214.583\sqrt{21} \approx 4.583
  • So, 5215×4.583=22.9155\sqrt{21} \approx 5 \times 4.583 = 22.915
  • 195211922.9150.829\frac{19}{5\sqrt{21}} \approx \frac{19}{22.915} \approx 0.829

Option D: 51\sqrt{5} - 1

  • 52.236\sqrt{5} \approx 2.236
  • So, 512.2361=1.236\sqrt{5} - 1 \approx 2.236 - 1 = 1.236

Summary of Evaluations

  • Option A: 2+23.414\sqrt{2} + 2 \approx 3.414
  • Option B: 532.887\frac{5}{\sqrt{3}} \approx 2.887
  • Option C: 195210.829\frac{19}{5\sqrt{21}} \approx 0.829
  • Option D: 511.236\sqrt{5} - 1 \approx 1.236

Conclusion

To find which value lies between the two others on a number line, we should order these values from smallest to largest:

  1. Option C: 195210.829\frac{19}{5\sqrt{21}} \approx 0.829
  2. Option D: 511.236\sqrt{5} - 1 \approx 1.236
  3. Option B: 532.887\frac{5}{\sqrt{3}} \approx 2.887
  4. Option A: 2+23.414\sqrt{2} + 2 \approx 3.414

The value between two other values is Option D: 51\sqrt{5} - 1.

Would you like more details on any of these calculations or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions for further exploration:

  1. How do we rationalize the denominator in expressions like Option B?
  2. How can we approximate square roots without a calculator?
  3. Why is it important to compare numerical values on a number line?
  4. What are the properties of square roots that help simplify expressions?
  5. How do different operations (addition, subtraction, division) affect the placement of numbers on a number line?

Tip: When approximating square roots, remember that they are non-repeating and non-terminating decimals, making rough estimations helpful for quick calculations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Number Line
Square Roots
Comparative Analysis

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9