1. Homework: p. 86-87 33-71 odd Quiz tomorrow!…Not spending class time to go over your homework…questions must be answered before school!

2. Adding and subtracting rational expressions: Just like simple fractions, the denominators must match before you can add or subtract. Finding the LCD: 1. Factor each denominator completely. 2. List one of every unique factor, to the highest exponent that it occurs. 3. Multiply existing fractions by the “missing” factors.

3. Find the LCD: Now, let’s add some math operations…

4. Guided Practice: Now for some complex rational expressions – hint : the numerator and the denominator must be managed separately first, then the fraction as a whole…

5. Whiteboard Practice: