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Do Now - Simplifying Complex Fractions
identify the LCD
for all the
“sub-denominators”
multiply numerator
and denominator
by “giant 1" LCD
continue to simplify,
factor and reduce
if possible
Solving Rational Equations
check solutions in original equation
undefined
Solving Rational Inequalities
II
I
1/2
I
test
x=0
III
x
1
test
II x = 3/4
III
test
x=2
true
true
false
II
I
-1
III
3
x
-1 < x < 3
I
test
x = -2
false
II
test
x=0
III
test
x=4
true
false