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Question
In the following equation, find which variables x, y, z etc. represent rational or irrational number:
`u^2=17/4`
Solution
Given that `u^2=17/4`
Now we have to find the value of u
`u^2=17/4`
`rArru^2=sqrt(17/4)`
`rArru=sqrt17/2`
So it is an irrational number
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