Chapter 6 - Test Review

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What is the process of multiplying by the reciprocal in division of fractions?

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To divide by a fraction, multiply by its reciprocal. This is often summarized as 'Keep, Change, Flip'.

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x = 2

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Result: x - 8

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What is synthetic division?

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Synthetic division is a simplified form of polynomial long division that is used to divide a polynomial by a linear binomial.

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Use synthetic division to find the remainder of (3x^3 + 5x - 1) ÷ (x + 1).

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Remainder: -9

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In synthetic division, what does the left-hand box represent?

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The left-hand box contains the value of the root of the divisor (x - r) being used in the synthetic division.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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How do you simplify a rational expression?

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To simplify a rational expression, factor the numerator and denominator and cancel out any common factors.

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What is the formula for synthetic division?

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