Prove: For every rational number x and every

Mayra Berry

Mayra Berry

Answered question

2022-06-24

Prove: For every rational number x and every irrational number y, x + y is irrational.

Answer & Explanation

scoseBexgofvc

scoseBexgofvc

Beginner2022-06-25Added 20 answers

Towards a contradiction suppose that x + y is rational. Then since x is rational, x + y x = y is rational, a contradiction.

Do you have a similar question?

Recalculate according to your conditions!

Ask your question.
Get an expert answer.

Let our experts help you. Answer in as fast as 15 minutes.

Didn't find what you were looking for?