Rational vs. Irrational

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What is a rational number?

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A rational number is any number that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero. Examples include 1/2, 3, and -4.

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What is an irrational number?

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Rational; it can be expressed as a fraction of two integers.

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Irrational; it cannot be expressed as a fraction of two integers.

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What is the sum of a rational number and an irrational number?

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The sum is always irrational.

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What is the product of a nonzero rational number and an irrational number?

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The product is always irrational.

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Is the square root of 36 rational or irrational?

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Is the square root of 50 rational or irrational?

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What is the square root of 0?

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What is the sum of two rational numbers?

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The sum is always rational.