Question

Given that 3 is irrational . prove that 5 + 3 is an irrational number.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

given,3 is irrational number.

let,5+3 is rational number,

so it can be written in the form of p/q

» 5+3 =p/q

» 3=p/5q

Here, p/5q is rational but 3 is irrational

irrational ≠ rational

That's why 5+3 is irrational.