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Which of the following formulas, when evaluated using rational values for the variables, will result in an irrational number?

A. the formula for the area of a circle

B. the formula for the area of a trapezoid

C. the formula for the area of a triangle

D. the formula for the area of a rectangle

User Hamo
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Answer:

A: The formula for the area of a circle

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User DSCH
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I think the answer would be : A. the formula for the area of a circle

We need pi to calculate the area of a circle. Pi is equal to 22/7 , which is a famous irrational number because the division will meet no end

Hope this helps
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