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Question
`(x + y)/2` is a rational number.
Options
Between x and y
Less than x and y both.
Greater than x and y both.
Less than x but greater than y.
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Solution
Between x and y
Explanation:
Let x and y be two numbers.
Case I: If x < y
Then, `(x + y )/2` lies in between x and y such that

Case II: If y < x
Then, `(x + y)/2` lies in between x and y such that

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