Math Problem Statement

Which numbers are irrational?

Solution

To determine which numbers are irrational, let's break down the options provided:

A. 94\frac{9}{4}

This is a fraction of two integers, which makes it a rational number.

B. 1111

This is an integer, and all integers are rational numbers.

C. 14-14

This is also an integer, so it is a rational number.

D. 0.151155111555...0.151155111555...

This number has a non-repeating and non-terminating decimal pattern. Any number that cannot be expressed as a ratio of two integers and has a non-repeating, non-terminating decimal expansion is an irrational number. So this is irrational.

E. 57\frac{5}{7}

This is a fraction of two integers, so it is a rational number.

Conclusion:

The irrational number in the list is D.

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What makes a number irrational versus rational?
  2. Can a repeating decimal be an irrational number?
  3. How do you convert a rational number into a decimal?
  4. Are all square roots irrational?
  5. Can you give examples of irrational numbers beyond this question?

Tip: Irrational numbers are often identified by their non-repeating, non-terminating decimal expansions!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Irrational numbers
Rational numbers
Number properties
Decimals

Formulas

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Theorems

A number is irrational if it cannot be expressed as a ratio of two integers.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-9