In the proof of (\sqrt{3}), what does it mean that (p) and (q) are coprime?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Their only common factor is (1)
Coprime numbers have no common factor except (1). Both becoming divisible by (3) clashes with this.
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Their only common factor is (1)
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Coprime numbers have no common factor except (1). Both becoming divisible by (3) clashes with this.
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This is a Class 9 Mathematics question. Chapter: Number Systems. Topic: Proof of irrationality of square root 2 and square root 3.
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