How do you factor the expression $$x^2 + 2x - 15$$ ?

The expression factors to $$(x + 5)(x - 3)$$ .

What is the first step in simplifying $$\frac{2n-3}{3-2n}$$ ?

Factor the numerator and denominator if possible, and notice that $$3 - 2n$$ can be rewritten as $$-(2n - 3)$$ .

What is the simplified form of $$\frac{8x^2}{12x^4}$$ ?

The simplified form is $$\frac{2}{3x^2}$$ .

How do you simplify $$\frac{24x^2y}{32xy^3}$$ ?

Factor out the common terms to get $$\frac{3x}{4y^2}$$ .

What is the result of simplifying $$\frac{x^2 - 2x - 3}{x^2 - 5x - 6}$$ ?

The result is $$\frac{x - 3}{x - 6}$$ .

What is a polynomial?

A polynomial is an expression consisting of variables raised to whole number powers and coefficients.

What does it mean for a rational expression to be undefined?

A rational expression is undefined when its denominator equals zero.

What is the process of factoring a polynomial?

The process involves finding two or more expressions that multiply to give the original polynomial.

What is the significance of the degree of a polynomial in rational expressions?

The degree of a polynomial affects the behavior of the rational expression, including its asymptotes and intercepts.

How do you identify vertical asymptotes in rational expressions?

Vertical asymptotes occur at the values of x that make the denominator zero, provided they do not also make the numerator zero.

What is the simplified form of $$\frac{x^2 + 2x - 15}{x^2 - 10x + 21}$$ ?

The simplified form is $$\frac{x + 5}{x - 7}$$ .

What is the relationship between the roots of the numerator and the denominator in a rational expression?

The roots of the numerator indicate the x-intercepts, while the roots of the denominator indicate the vertical asymptotes.

Simplifying Rational Expressions Flashcards

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What is a rational expression?

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A rational expression is a fraction where both the numerator and the denominator are polynomials.

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What does it mean to simplify a rational expression?

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To simplify a rational expression means to reduce it to its lowest terms by factoring and canceling common factors.

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What is the importance of finding common factors in rational expressions?

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Finding common factors allows you to cancel them out, simplifying the expression.

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