Assume (\sqrt{3}) is rational and (\sqrt{3}=\frac{a}{b}). If (a) and (b) are coprime, when will a contradiction occur in the proof?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: When both (a) and (b) are found divisible by (3)
Step 1: Coprime numbers have no common factor other than (1). Step 2: If both are divisible by (3), the common factor is (3). Step 3: This contradiction proves (\sqrt{3}) irrational.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
When both (a) and (b) are found divisible by (3)
Why is this the correct answer?
Step 1: Coprime numbers have no common factor other than (1). Step 2: If both are divisible by (3), the common factor is (3). Step 3: This contradiction proves (\sqrt{3}) irrational.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Mathematics question. Chapter: Real Numbers. Topic: Proof of irrationality of √2, √3, √5.