8.6 Solving Rational Equations Honors Algebra II
Method #1: Cross Multiply Only works with FRACTION=FRACTION Cross Multiply Solve (linear, quadratic, etc) Check for EXTRANEOUS solutions
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Method #2: LCD Use when sum or difference of rational expressions Factor each denominator Find LCD Multiply each term by LCD (denominators should all cancel out) Solve (linear, quadratic, etc) Check for EXTRANEOUS solutions
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