Question

the number 23 is an irrational number because the square root of 23 is 4.795831523... Explain why this is not a true statement?

Answer 1

Look up irrational number in the dictionary or on Google.

Answer 2

Irrational numbers cannot be written as a simple fraction, which the square root of 23 is. 23 can be written as a simple fraction (so maybe 46/2 or 23/1 or any other equivalent fraction).