Rational Expressions and Equations
Chapter Sections 6.1 – Simplifying Rational Expressions 6.2 – Multiplication and Division of Rational Expressions 6.3 – Addition and Subtraction of Rational Expressions with a Common Denominator and Finding the Least Common Denominator 6.4 – Addition and Subtraction of Rational Expressions 6.5 – Complex Fractions 6.6 – Solving Rational Equations 6.7 – Rational Equations: Applications & Problem Solving 6.8 – Variation Chapter 1 Outline
Multiplication and Division of Rational Expressions
Multiplying Fractions 1 3
Multiplying Rational Expressions Factor all numerators and denominators completely. Divide out common factors. Multiply numerators together and multiply denominators together. Multiply
Dividing Two Fractions Divide . 1 1
Dividing Rational Expressions Multiply the first rational expression by the reciprocal of the second rational expression. Divide