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Learn how to solve rational equations step by step with examples, finding common denominators, multiplying numerators, simplifying, and checking solutions. Practice problems included.
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Worksheet Key 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Worksheet Key 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Solving Rational Equations Section 8.6 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Review • If given, solve for x. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Steps • Find the common multiple denominator. • Multiply the numerator with a common multiple. • Drop off the denominator when there is an x involved before the equal sign. • Solve for x. • Put equation equal to zero • Simplify and reduce • Check 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 1 • If given, solve for x. • Find the common multiple denominator. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 1 • If given, solve for x. • Multiply the numerator with a common multiple. (x–2) (x–2) 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 1 • If given, solve for x. • Drop off the denominator when there is an x involved before the equal sign. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 1 • If given, solve for x. • Simplify and solve for x. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 2 • If given, solve for x. • Find the common multiple denominator. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 2 • If given, solve for x. • Multiply the numerator with a common multiple. (3) 3 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 2 • If given, solve for x. • Drop off the denominator when there is an x involved before the equal sign. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 2 • If given, solve for x. • Simplify and find x. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 3 • If given, solve for x. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Your Turn • If given, solve for x. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 4 • If given, solve for x. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 5 • If given, solve for x. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 5 • If given, solve for x. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Example 5 • If given, solve for x. • Check: 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Your Turn • If given, solve for x. 8.6: Solving Rational Equations
Assignment • Pg593: 5-27 odd, 30-32 all, 33 8.6: Solving Rational Equations