1. 9.4 Rational Expressions (Day 1)

2. A rational expression is in _______ form when its numerator and denominator are polynomials that have no common factors. SIMPLEST In simplest formNot in simplest form Simplified: To simplify any rational expression: 1. Factor 1st 2. Cancel matches or opposites

3. Simplify each rational expression. State any restrictions on the variables. 1. – 1

4. Simplify each rational expression. State any restrictions on the variables. 33 White Boards

5. 5. Multiply or divide. Write each answer in simplest form. State any restrictions on the variables.

6. 6. Multiply or divide. Write each answer in simplest form. State any restrictions on the variables. = times

7. 7. Multiply or divide. Write each answer in simplest form. State any restrictions on the variables. White Boards 8. – 1

8. 9.4 Rational Expressions (Day 2)

9. Simplify each rational expression. State any restrictions on the variables. 1. 2. 3. White Boards

10. Multiply or divide. Write each answer in simplest form. State any restrictions on the variables. White Boards times times

11. Multiply or divide. Write each answer in simplest form. State any restrictions on the variables. White Boards times 8. 9.