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algebraic number

An algebraic number is a real or complex number that is the root of a polynomial with rational coefficients.

The algebraic numbers are countable. A number that is not algebraic is said to be a transcendental number; examples include e and $$\pi$$.

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• [MLA] “algebraic number.” Platonic Realms Interactive Mathematics Encyclopedia. Platonic Realms, 29 Sep 2014. Web. 31 Oct 2014. <http://platonicrealms.com/>
• [APA] algebraic number (29 Sep 2014). Retrieved 31 Oct 2014 from the Platonic Realms Interactive Mathematics Encyclopedia: http://platonicrealms.com/encyclopedia/algebraic-number/

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