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NON REPEATING DECIMAL

Non-Repeating Decimal

Definition Of Non Repeating Decimal

A decimal that neither terminates nor repeats is termed as a Non-repeating Decimal.

More About Non Repeating Decimal

Non-repeating decimals are also called as non-periodic decimals or non-recurring decimals.
An irrational number is a non-terminating and non-repeating decimal.

Video Examples: How to convert a non-terminating repeating decimal expansion

Example of Non Repeating Decimal

= 1.41421356237....is a non-repeating decimal.

2.5687943285976.... is a non-repeating decimal.

Solved Example on Non Repeating Decimal

Ques: Identify the non-repeating decimal.

Choices:


Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Step 1: A decimal that neither terminates nor repeats is termed as non-repeating Decimal.
Step 2: Here, the decimal 0.81 is a terminating decimal.
Step 3: The decimal  and , has a bar on 03 and 6 indicating that it is a repeating decimal.
Step 4: The decimal 3.316624790355... is neither repeating nor terminating.
Step 6: So, 3.316624790355... is a non-repeating decimal.

Quick Summary

  • Non-repeating decimals are also called non-periodic decimals or non-recurring decimals.
  • An irrational number is a non-terminating and non-repeating decimal.
  • Examples include the decimal representation of √2 ≈ 1.41421356237... and π ≈ 3.14159265358979323846...
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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use visual aids and real-world examples (like the value of pi) to illustrate the concept of non-repeating decimals. Emphasize the connection to irrational numbers.

🎓 Prerequisites

  • Decimal Representation
  • Rational Numbers
  • Irrational Numbers
  • Repeating Decimals
  • Terminating Decimals

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: Which of the following is a non-repeating decimal?

Q2: Which of the following numbers are Non-repeating decimals?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are all non-terminating decimals non-repeating?
A: No, some non-terminating decimals are repeating (e.g., 1/3 = 0.333...). Only non-terminating and non-repeating decimals are considered non-repeating.

Q: What kind of numbers are represented by Non-repeating decimals?
A: Irrational numbers are represented by non-repeating decimals

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