The expression \( \sqrt{32} \) can be classified in two ways:
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Number: It is indeed a number, specifically an irrational number because it cannot be expressed as a simple fraction. The approximate value of \( \sqrt{32} \) is about 5.65685.
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Decimal: It can also be expressed as a decimal, and as mentioned, its approximate decimal form is 5.65685.
So, the classifications for \( \sqrt{32} \) are:
- Number: Yes
- Decimal: Yes
If you need to select just one classification, you can choose either "number" or "decimal," but both are correct in this context.