1. **Stating the problem:**
We want to prove that if $a,b \notin \mathbb{Q}$ (i.e., $a$ and $b$ are irrational numbers), then the product $ab$ is also irrational, i.e., $ab \notin \mathbb{Q}$.
2. **Important note:**
This statement is generally **false**. The product of two irrational numbers can be rational or irrational depending on the numbers chosen.
3. **Counterexample to disprove the statement:**
Consider $a = \sqrt{2}$ and $b = \sqrt{2}$.
- Both $a$ and $b$ are irrational.
- Their product is:
$$ab = \sqrt{2} \times \sqrt{2} = 2,$$
which is rational.
4. **Conclusion:**
The product of two irrational numbers is not necessarily irrational. Therefore, the statement $a,b \notin \mathbb{Q} \Rightarrow ab \notin \mathbb{Q}$ is false.
If you want, we can explore conditions when the product of irrationals is irrational or rational.
Irrational Product 1927B1
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