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Question3: Recall π is defined as the ratio of the circumference (say c) of a

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circle to its diameter (say d). That is, π = c⁄d. This seems to contradict the fact

that π is irrational. How will you resolve this contradiction?

-Ushma Gaur, Subject Matter Expert at Edumarz

Solution: We cannot say either c or d is irrational because whenever we measure a

length with a scale or any mathematical tool, we always get an approximate value

(rational value). So there is no contradiction to the fact that π is irrational.

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