Algebra 11-3 and 11-4
Simplifying Rational Expressions A rational expression is an algebraic fraction whose numerator and denominator are polynomials (Can’t have ZERO in the denominator)
Example 1
Factor to Simplify Example 2
TRICKY– Recognize opposites Example 5
Rational Functions – find the zeros Example 6
Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions Same as any fraction, multiply numerators and multiply denominators When dividing, multiply by the RECIPROCAL!!!
Example 1
Example 3