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Which number can be added to a rational number to explain that the sum of rational number and a irrational number is irrational? A) π B) -8 7/8 C) 16 D) 81

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This is because Pi goes on forever, which means it’s irrational. Pi has a non repeating pattern that can’t be fully expressed. Pi added to any rational number will end up with an irrational number.
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