Sec. 6.1 Simplifying Rational Expressions
A rational expression is the ratio of 2 polynomials.
It is undefined for any value of the variable that makes the denominator equal to 0.
Ex. Determine the restriction on each rational expression.
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If numerator or denominator is a binomial or a trinomial, you must factor it first.
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Assignment: Simplifying Rational Expressions Worksheet
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