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Proof that the square root of 2 is irrational

2020-09-232019-09-14 by KJ Runia

We will provide the proof that the square root of 2 is irrational through a proof of contradiction. We will show no valid ratio of integers exists.

Categories Mathematics, Secondary ed level, Tutorial Tags featured, fraction, irrational, proof by contradiction, rational

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