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After assuming (\sqrt{2}=\frac{p}{q}) in lowest form and getting (p^2=2q^2), why is it correct to write (p=2k)?

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Correct answer: Because (p^2) is even, so (p) is even

Step 1: From (p^2=2q^2), (p^2) is even. Step 2: If the square of an integer is even, the integer itself is even, so (p=2k) can be written. Step 3: In exams, give the reason for evenness before writing (p=2k).

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Real-NumbersIrrationalityRoot2Proof-StepProof Of Irrationality Of √2√3√5Proof Of Irrationality Of 2 3 5Real NumbersMathematics

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