WAEC Mathematics 2002 Question 49

Question 49

Fractions, Decimals and Approximation

Which of the following is not a rational number?

  1. A.−5
  2. B.√4
  3. C.3 3/4
  4. D.√90
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (√90)

Explanation

90 is not a perfect square, so √90 cannot be written as a fraction. √4 = 2 is rational.