Why are (p) and (q) taken as integers in the proof of (\sqrt{2})?
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Correct answer: Because a rational number is written as a ratio of two integers
The general form of a rational number is (\frac{p}{q}) where (p) and (q) are integers. This starts the proof.
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Because a rational number is written as a ratio of two integers
Why is this the correct answer?
The general form of a rational number is (\frac{p}{q}) where (p) and (q) are integers. This starts the proof.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
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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