Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

Answer the following questions about rational and irrational numbers. Provide complete proofs or justifications. a. (i) Prove that if xx is an irrational number, then x+5x + 5 is irrational. b. (ii) Prove that if xx is an irrational number, then 2x2x is irrational. c. (iii) Using your results from parts (i) and (ii), determine whether 32−43\sqrt{2} - 4 is rational or irrational, and justify your conclusion.

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