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**23.** A student claimed that \(\sqrt{x}\) is a natural number greater than 1 and \((x+1)\) is a natural number from 1. Actually, none is correct, even though if the variables are used. How this student error?

**24.** Give a real number that satisfies each condition.

(a) An integer between \( \frac{3}{5} \) and \( \frac{5}{6} \).  
(b) A whole number that is not a natural number.  
(c) A natural number that is not a whole number.  
(d) An irrational number between \( \sqrt{2} \) and \( \sqrt{3} \).

### Solutions:

**23.** The error in the student's claim is in the interpretation of the square root function and the assumptions about the natural numbers:
- \(\sqrt{x}\) is only a natural number if \(x\) is a perfect square. If \(x\) is not a perfect square, then \(\sqrt{x}\) is irrational and not a natural number.
- The expression \((x + 1)\) being a natural number doesn't automatically make \(x\) a natural number.

**24.** Let's find real numbers that satisfy each condition:

(a) **An integer between \( \frac{3}{5} \) and \( \frac{5}{6} \):**  
   The fractions \( \frac{3}{5} \approx 0.6 \) and \( \frac{5}{6} \approx 0.833 \).  
   Since integers are whole numbers, and there are no whole numbers between 0.6 and 0.833, this question might have an error unless it was meant to ask for a number, in which case there are none.

(b) **A whole number that is not a natural number:**  
   The only whole number that is not a natural number is 0.

(c) **A natural number that is not a whole number:**  
   This condition doesn't make sense because all natural numbers are whole numbers. There is no natural number that isn't also a whole number.

(d) **An irrational number between \( \sqrt{2} \) and \( \sqrt{3} \):**  
   \( \sqrt{2} \approx 1.414 \) and \( \sqrt{3} \approx 1.732 \). Any irrational number between these values, such as 1.5, 1.6, etc., would work. A specific example could be \( \sqrt{2.5} \).

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1. What defines a number as irrational, and how do you identify them?
2. How do you prove that \( \sqrt{x} \) is irrational for non-perfect squares?
3. What are the differences between whole numbers, natural numbers, and integers?
4. Can you explain why zero is considered a whole number but not a natural number?
5. What are the properties of irrational numbers that distinguish them from rational numbers?

**Tip:** When dealing with roots and powers, always check if the base is a perfect square or cube, as this helps in identifying whether the result is rational or irrational.

A student claimed that sqrt(x) is a natural number greater than 1 and (x+1) is a natural number from 1. Actually, none is correct, even though if the variables are used. How this student error? Give a real number that satisfies each condition: (a) An integer between 3/5 and 5/6. (b) A whole number that is not a natural number. (c) A natural number that is not a whole number. (d) An irrational number between sqrt(2) and sqrt(3).

This math problem helps students explore natural, whole, and irrational numbers through the analysis of square roots and number properties. It addresses common misconceptions about number classification and includes questions on identifying integers, natural numbers, and irrational numbers between specific values. Suitable for students in Grades 7-9.

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