if a and b are positive integers, and a is not equal to b, and neither a nor b is a perfect square,
then roota multiplied by rootb is irrational.
how would I go about this?
2026-04-03 22:37:35.1775255855
Looking for some help with a question on proofs, whether these roots are irrational
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