Math 3
Notes 3-2
Multiplying and Dividing Polynomial Fractions
Multiplying Polynomial Fractions
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Do all possible factoring, including -1 factoring.
Reduce any monomial factors in either fraction.
Cross out identical binomial factors in either fraction.
Combine remaining parts into a single fraction.
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Dividing Polynomial Fractions
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Do all possible factoring, including -1 factoring.
Change division to multiplication, inverting the 2nd fraction.
Reduce monomials and binomials in either fraction.
Combine the remaining parts into one fraction.
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