Let's evaluate each sum in Columns A and B:
Column A:
\( 0.5 + 34 \)
This is equal to \( 34.5 \), which is a rational number.
Column B:
\( 3 - \sqrt{25} \)
Since \( \sqrt{25} = 5 \), we have:
\( 3 - 5 = -2 \), which is also a rational number.
Now let's analyze the statements:
- Statement #1: Only Column A has a rational sum. (This is false, as both sums are rational.)
- Statement #2: Only Column B has a rational sum. (This is false, as both sums are rational.)
- Statement #3: Column A and Column B both have rational sums. (This is true, as both sums are indeed rational.)
Therefore, the correct number associated with your response is 3.
Final Answer: Statement #3 is true.