5. Prove that 2 is irrational by using a contrapositive-based proof. Hint: if a number n is...
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5. Prove that 2 is irrational by using a contrapositive-based proof. Hint: if a number n is rational, then n may be expressed as the ratio of two whole numbers p and q, i.e., n = p/q; furthermore it can be assumed that p and q are in lowest terms. Examples of fractions not in lowest terms: 4/8 and 2/4, whereas 1/2 is in lowest terms.
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Artificial Intelligence In The 21st Century
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Authors: Stephen Lucci, Danny Kopec
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