Math Problem Statement

find a fraction whos square root is between 2 and 3

Solution

To find a fraction whose square root lies between 2 and 3, we need to find a fraction ab\frac{a}{b} such that:

2<ab<32 < \sqrt{\frac{a}{b}} < 3

Squaring all sides of the inequality:

4<ab<94 < \frac{a}{b} < 9

Now we just need to find a fraction ab\frac{a}{b} that lies between 4 and 9. One possible solution is:

ab=205=4.8\frac{a}{b} = \frac{20}{5} = 4.8

Since 205=4.8\frac{20}{5} = 4.8, we can check its square root:

205=4.82.19\sqrt{\frac{20}{5}} = \sqrt{4.8} \approx 2.19

This satisfies the condition that the square root is between 2 and 3.

Would you like further clarification or other examples?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the square root of 7/2?
  2. How do you find the square root of a decimal number?
  3. Can you find another fraction whose square root is between 2 and 3?
  4. How do you simplify the square root of a fraction?
  5. How would you solve inequalities involving square roots?

Tip: When solving inequalities involving square roots, squaring both sides simplifies the problem but remember to check the validity of the solution afterward.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inequalities
Square Roots
Fractions

Formulas

√(a/b) <=> a/b

Theorems

Square Root Inequality

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10