QuestionIdentify the irrational numbers from the following: a. , b. , c. , d. , e. , f. . Choose all that apply.
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STEP 1
Assumptions1. An irrational number is a number that cannot be expressed as a ratio of two integers. . The square root of a number is irrational if the number is not a perfect square.
STEP 2
We can determine if a number is irrational by taking its square root. If the square root is not a whole number, then the original number is irrational.
STEP 3
Calculate the square root of53.
STEP 4
Since53 is not a perfect square, its square root is not a whole number and therefore it is irrational.
STEP 5
Calculate the square root of49.
STEP 6
Since49 is a perfect square (^2), its square root is a whole number () and therefore it is not irrational.
STEP 7
Calculate the square root of256.
STEP 8
Since256 is a perfect square (16^2), its square root is a whole number (16) and therefore it is not irrational.
STEP 9
Calculate the square root of245.
STEP 10
Since245 is not a perfect square, its square root is not a whole number and therefore it is irrational.
STEP 11
For the expression , we know that is irrational. Therefore, any operation involving an irrational number and a rational number (in this case, multiplication by -3 and addition of) will result in an irrational number.
STEP 12
For the expression , we know that is irrational. Therefore, any operation involving an irrational number and a rational number (in this case, multiplication by5) will result in an irrational number.
The irrational numbers from the given options are , , , and . So, the correct options are B, D, F, and C.
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