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Which number is rational and a real number, but not an integer?OA. √2OB. There is no such number.O C. -5O D. 5/7

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From the given numbers, let's determine the number which is a rational and a real number, but not an integer.

• A rational number is a number that can be expressed as the ratio of two integers.

• A real number is a number that can be positive or negative and can be placed on a number line.

• An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative or zero. A fraction is not an integer.

Now, let's verify the numbers from the given list.

• √2

This number is NOT a rational number. So it is incorrect.

• -5

This number is an integer. Hence it is not the correct answer.

• 5/7

This number is a rational number.

It is also a real number.

A fraction is not an integer. Hence 5/7 is not an integer.

Therefore, the number which is rational and a real number but not an integer is 5/7.

ANSWER:

D. 5/7

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