Section 6.4 Simplifying Complex Fractions

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Section 6.4 Simplifying Complex Fractions

• Definition of Complex Fractions
• Method 1 Using the Division Rule for Fractions
• Method 2 Clearing all Denominators using the LCD

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Definition
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Simplifying Complex Fractions
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Which Method to Use?

• Look at the problem carefully before choosing a
  method. Example 4 uses the Method 2, but Method
  1 is simpler.

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Simplifying Complex Fractions Practice

• Method 1 Division
• Method 2 - LCD

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Simplifying Complex Fractions Practice

• Method 1 Division
• Method 2 - LCD

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Simplifying Complex Fractions Practice

• Method 1 Division
• Method 2 - LCD

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Simplifying Complex Fractions Practice

• Method 1 Division
• Method 2 - LCD

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What Next?

• Present Section 6.5Dividing Polynomials