Unit 8 Review

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What do you do when adding or subtracting rational expressions with the same denominator?

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Add or subtract the numerators.

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Factor completely: 16x^2 - 24x + 9

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(4x - 3)(4x - 3)

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What is the result of dividing a rational expression?

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The result is determined by the specific expressions involved.

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What does it mean to divide in algebra?

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To find how many times one expression is contained within another.

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What is a rational expression?

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A fraction where the numerator and the denominator are polynomials.

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What is the first step in adding rational expressions with different denominators?

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Find a common denominator.

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What is the formula for factoring a perfect square trinomial?

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What is the process of simplifying a rational expression?

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Factor the numerator and denominator and cancel common factors.