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My New Favorite Proof That Square Root of 2 Is Irrational

Michael Penn via YouTube

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Explore a fascinating mathematical video where a mathematics professor presents his newly discovered favorite proof for the irrationality of the square root of 2. Throughout this 16-minute exploration, follow along with a clear and elegant demonstration that builds on fundamental mathematical principles to show why √2 cannot be expressed as a ratio of integers. The video offers a fresh perspective on this classic mathematical result, making it accessible while maintaining mathematical rigor. Perfect for mathematics students, educators, or anyone interested in number theory and mathematical proofs.

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my new favorite proof that sqrt(2) is irrational

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Michael Penn

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