Solving Rational Expressions using Common Denominator

Solving Rational Expressions using Common Denominator

​Learning Objective: I can solve rational equations using common denominators

Important Dates Coming Up:

• Thursday 2/15 - Learning Check 6I- Solving Rational Equations

• Thursday 2/15 - End of six weeks. Retakes must be taken before this date

• Thursday 2/22 - 7F and 6I unit test

Solving Using Common Denominators

​Learning Objective: I can solve rational equations using common denominators

1. Factor Denominators, if possible

2. Determine x-values that make equation undefined

3. Find LCD

4. Multiply all numerators by LCD

   1. Simplify each fraction using rules of multiplication (hint: cancelation)

5. Solve for x through simplifying, distribution, and factoring as needed

Solving Using Common Denominators

1. Factor Denominator, if possible

​​Learning Objective: I can solve rational equations using common denominators

Solving Using Common Denominators

​​Learning Objective: I can solve rational equations using common denominators

4. ​Multiply all numerators by LCD

   1. Simplify each fraction using rules of multiplication (hint: cancelation)

Solving Using Common Denominators

5. Solve for x through simplifying, distribution, and factoring as needed

​​Learning Objective: I can solve rational equations using common denominators

Open Ended

Solve for x - upload a picture of your work

Open Ended

Solve for x - upload a picture of your work