Math Problem Statement
Which number is a rational number?
Solution
To determine which of the numbers in the image is rational, let's evaluate each expression:
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- , which is not a perfect square.
- is not a rational number because it cannot be simplified to a perfect square.
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- .
- , which is a rational number.
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- , and is irrational.
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- is also irrational.
The only rational number among the options is , which simplifies to .
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- What makes a number rational or irrational?
- How can you tell if a square root results in a rational number?
- Can be expressed in a simpler form?
- Why is considered irrational?
- How do fractions affect the rationality of square roots?
Tip: A number is rational if it can be expressed as a fraction of two integers, and a square root is rational if the radicand is a perfect square.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Rational and Irrational Numbers
Square Roots
Fractions
Formulas
sqrt(a/b) = sqrt(a) / sqrt(b)
A number is rational if it can be expressed as a ratio of two integers
Theorems
Rationality of square roots: A square root is rational if the radicand is a perfect square
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10