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#1 2024-05-07 10:41:26
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Irrational Number pi
The value of the irrational number pi, correct to ten decimal places (without rounding off), is 3.1415926535. By using a calculator, determine to how many decimal places each of the following quantities agrees with pi.
A. (4/3)^4
B. 22/7
C. 355/113
D. (63/25)[(17 + 15sqrt{5})/(7 + 15sqrt{5})]
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#2 2024-05-07 19:22:47
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Re: Irrational Number pi
Work each calculation and compare with the given value of pi.
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#3 2024-05-08 02:06:58
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Re: Irrational Number pi
Work each calculation and compare with the given value of pi.
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Very good. Thanks.
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