Concept explainers
To determine if the statement is true.
Answer to Problem 7.4.10P
Yes, it is true that sum of an irrational number and an rational number is an irrational number.
But it is not true that product of two irrational numbers is always irrational number.
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Expression,
Amanda’s statement,
Formula used: Number system theory.
According to Amanda’s statement,
Yes, it is true that sum of an irrational number and an rational number is an irrational number.
But it is not true that product of two irrational numbers is always irrational number.
For example:
Is equals to 3 which is rational.
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Algebra 1, Homework Practice Workbook (MERRILL ALGEBRA 1)
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