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  1. irrational = rational - Physics Forums

    Mar 13, 2005 · Explore examples of irrational numbers that can be expressed as non-repeating decimals Investigate the implications of probability in selecting random real numbers Mathematicians, students …

  2. Showing that tan(1) is irrational - Physics Forums

    Feb 11, 2019 · Homework Statement Prove that tan (1 ∘) is irrational. Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution Suppose for contradiction that is rational. We claim that this implies that is rational. …

  3. Is Pi a rational number in any other base besides base Pi?

    Jul 24, 2013 · So is an irrational number always irrational no matter what the base or is Pi just a special case? The term "irrational" is independent of what base we use. So yes, an irrational number is …

  4. Proving Irrationals Are Dense in the Reals • Physics Forums

    Jul 29, 2010 · The discussion focuses on proving that irrational numbers are dense in the real numbers (R). The proof utilizes the property that the sum of a rational number and an irrational number is …

  5. Is the Square Root of Pi Irrational? - Physics Forums

    Dec 14, 2012 · The proof shows that if pi is irrational then so is its square root. Presumably that is what the question asked, or intended to ask.

  6. Proving the area formula for a rectangle for all positive real numbers ...

    Aug 3, 2024 · The area formula for a rectangle, defined as length times width, holds true for all positive real numbers, including rational and irrational values. The discussion emphasizes the need for an …

  7. Irrational Numbers and Real Life I need 6 answers - Physics Forums

    Feb 17, 2010 · This discussion centers on the real-life applications of irrational numbers, specifically highlighting their relevance in geometry and finance. Examples include calculating the circumference …

  8. How Can Rational and Irrational Numbers Combine in Arithmetic ...

    May 14, 2017 · This discussion focuses on the arithmetic operations involving irrational numbers, specifically how certain combinations can yield rational or irrational results. Examples provided …

  9. Is there a Whole Number Multiple of Pi Closest to a Whole Number ...

    Sep 16, 2012 · The discussion centers on the question of whether a whole number multiple of π can be found that is closest to a whole number. It is established that no single whole number multiple exists …

  10. Irrational Numbers: Expressible as Infinite Summations?

    Nov 18, 2003 · All irrational numbers can be expressed as infinite summations, but not all can be uniquely represented by mathematical expressions. For example, while Pi (π) and the natural …