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1.1 Proof by Contradiction

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Prove by contradiction that 5 \sqrt{5}\,5​ is an irrational number.

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1.1 Proof by Contradiction Questions

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Practise Edexcel A Level Maths 1.1 Proof by Contradiction with exam-style questions for A Level Maths. 107 questions, matched to the Edexcel A Level Maths (9MA0) specification and written in Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.

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