1. Algebra 11-3 and 11-4

2. Simplifying Rational Expressions A rational expression is an algebraic fraction whose numerator and denominator are polynomials (Can’t have ZERO in the denominator)

3. Example 1

4. Factor to Simplify Example 2

5. TRICKY– Recognize opposites Example 5

6. Rational Functions – find the zeros Example 6

7. Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions Same as any fraction, multiply numerators and multiply denominators When dividing, multiply by the RECIPROCAL!!!

8. Example 1

9. Example 3