SOLUTION: Is the quotient of two irrational numbers always an irrational number? Why or why not? Show worked out examples to support your reply.

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Question 448531: Is the quotient of two irrational numbers always an irrational number?
Why or why not?
Show worked out examples to support your reply.
Answer by Edwin McCravy(20054)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Is the quotient of two irrational numbers always an irrational number? 
No

why not?
Because  is irrational and  is irrational;
however when you form their quotient  the 's
cancel  you get  so it is
rational.

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You can make up bunches like this.

Edwin
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