how should we represent root 5 in the number line - Maths - Number Systems

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how should we represent root 5 in the number line

Aboli Nimbalkar · Accepted Answer

we draw a number line and mark the integers −2, −1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, etc. on it, so that the distance between any two consecutive integers is one unit. On this number line, we mark O and A at the points 0 and 2 respectively. At A, we draw AB of unit length which is perpendicular to OA. Now, we join OB. Taking O as the centre and OB as the radius, we will draw an arc which cuts the number line at P.

Now, point P represents the irrational numberon the number line. Let us verify it.

Using Pythagoras theorem in ΔOAB,

OB² = OA² + AB²

= 2² + 1²

= 4 + 1

= 5

But OP = OB

Now, point P represents the irrational number

on the number line Let us verify it Using Pythagoras theorem in ΔOAB, OB2 = OA2 + AB2 = 22 + 12 = 4 + 1 = 5

But OP = OB