Unit4 - Rational expressions

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Define non-permissible values

Values that make the denominator of a fraction 0, they need to be excluded.

Ex) 4a/3bc, b≠0. c ≠ 0

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What is always the first step in solving rational expressions?

Fully factor first!!!

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Define reciprocal

Reverse value of a number

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Define asymptote

A line that approaches a given curve as it heads towards infinity, but never meets the curve

<p>A line that approaches a given curve as it heads towards infinity, but never meets <code>the curve</code></p>
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Define vertical asymptote

Occur at the non-permissible value of the function

<p>Occur at the non-permissible value of the function</p>
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Define horizontal asymptote

Describes the behavior of a graph for a very large positive and negative values

<p>Describes the behavior of a graph for a very large positive and negative values</p>