Simplifying Rational Expressions

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Lesson 6-1 Simplifying Rational Expressions
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The quotient of two polynomials is called a
rational expression.
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Remember Factoring and Domain

• 16x2 9y2

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Simplifying Expressions - Identical factors on
top or bottom cancel
- Identical factors on top bottom in
multiplication cancel
Factor polynomials
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Rules for Multiplying and Dividing Rational
Expressions
ALWAYS FACTOR FIRST!
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Example 1
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Assignment

• 6-1/248/ 6-22e, 34-38e,46-48

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Day 2 Divide
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Example 2
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