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1. You have studied the following sets of numbers: integers, irrational, natural, rational, real, and whole numbers. Draw a number line and label at least one number form each set of numbers. Indicate whihc number is from each set.

 

2. Determine whether 36 is a perfect square. If it is, to what set of numbers does 36 belong?

 

3. Explain why 3 and -3 are both square roots of 9.

 

4. Write a paragraph explaining the difference between rational and irrational numbers. (2 points)

 

Find each square root. Use a calculator if necessary. Round to the nearest hundredth if the result is not a whole number.

5.122

 

6.64

 

7. Evaluate the expression. Use a calculator if necessary and round to the nearest hundreth if the result is not a whole number.

x, if x = 256

 

8. Name the set or sets of numbers to which the real number belongs. Use N for natural numbers, W for whole numbers, Z for integers, Q for rational numbers, and I for irrational numbers.

0.66666...

 

9. Graph the solution set of the inequality on a number line.

p < 7

 

 


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