If the decimal expansion of a rational number is non-terminating, what will it be?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Always recurring
Step 1: A rational number has either a terminating decimal or a non-terminating recurring decimal. Step 2: So if it does not terminate, some digit or block will repeat. Step 3: Do not call a rational number non-terminating non-recurring.
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Always recurring
Why is this the correct answer?
Step 1: A rational number has either a terminating decimal or a non-terminating recurring decimal. Step 2: So if it does not terminate, some digit or block will repeat. Step 3: Do not call a rational number non-terminating non-recurring.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Mathematics question. Chapter: Real Numbers. Topic: Decimal expansion of rational numbers.
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