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Which prime-divisibility property is crucial in a proof by contradiction that \(\sqrt{3}\) is irrational?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: If \(3\mid k^2\), then \(3\mid k\).

Let \(\sqrt{3}=a/b\) in lowest terms. Then \(a^2=3b^2\), so \(3\mid a^2\); since 3 is prime, \(3\mid a\). Option C is unnecessarily strong because \(9\mid a\) need not follow. Exam tip: remember that if prime \(p\mid k^2\), then \(p\mid k\).

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Irrational NumbersProof By ContradictionSquare Root 3Prime DivisibilityNumber SystemsProof Of Irrationality Of Square Root 2 And Square Root 3MathematicsClass 9 Mcq

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