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The value of `1/(5-sqrt3)` correct to two significant figures [given that `sqrt3 = 1.732`] is `"______"`.

A

`0.031`

B

`0.30`

C

`0.32`

D

`0.33`

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The correct Answer is:
A
(i) Rationaliz the denominator.
(ii) Put `sqrt3= 1.732` and simplify, correct to two significant figures.
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