1. Adding, Subtracting, Multiplying, & Dividing Rational Expressions
Objective:
Add, subtract, multiply, divide, and simplify rational expressions.

2. Example #1 Multiplying & Dividing Rational Expressions
Multiplying: Factor first, multiply straight across, cancel common factors.
A.)

3. Example #1 Multiplying & Dividing Rational Expressions
Dividing: Factor first, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction, and cancel common factors.
B.)

4. Example #2 Adding & Subtracting Rational Expressions
To add or subtract rational expressions, they must have the same denominator. If not, factor to compare denominators and find the least common denominator.
A.)

5. Example #2 Adding & Subtracting Rational Expressions
To add or subtract rational expressions, they must have the same denominator. If not, factor to compare denominators and find the least common denominator.
B.)

6. Example #2 continued… Adding & Subtracting Rational Expressions

7. Example #2 continued… Adding & Subtracting Rational Expressions

8. Example #3 Simplifying Complex Fractions
To simplify complex fractions, rewrite them as regular division problems.
A.)

9. Example #3 Simplifying Complex Fractions
To simplify complex fractions, rewrite them as regular division problems.
B.)