If X = √3 and Y = 3 - √3, then which of the following is true?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
X = √3
Y = 3 - √3
X + Y = √3 + 3 - √3 = 3
3 is a rational number.
X – Y = √3 - (3 - √3) = 2√3 – 3 (irrational)
X + Y is a rational number.