Curated OER
Vertical Asymptotes: M=N and M=N+1
In this algebra worksheet, high schoolers determine the vertical asymptotes for a given rational equation with the leading exponents following either of the cases: M = N or M = N + 1. There are 4 questions.
Curated OER
Exploring Vertical Asymptotes
Scholars identify the domain of a rational function in this precalculus lesson. They identify the removable discontinuity and label what will make the denominator zero. Learners also describe properties of the graph as it relates to the...
Curated OER
Rational Functions and Conics
In this math worksheet, learners practice the calculation of rational functions and conics. This worksheet has 6 problems for the students to solve.
University of Saskatchewan (Canada)
University of Saskatchewan: Algebra 2 Review
A more advanced review of Algebra II concepts allows students to test their readiness for higher level math courses. Topics range from absolute value to rational expressions.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Limits
Hotmath provides 25 practice problems that deal with limits and graphs of limits. Each of the practice problems include a step-by-step guide.
Mathematics Archives
Math Archives: Visual Calculus: Verical Asymptotes
This site discusses how to find vertical asymptotes and their graphs.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Rational Functions
In this set of questions, students are asked to investigate rational functions to find vertical, horizontal, and oblique asymptotes as well as x- and y-intercepts. Questions are multiple choice and true/false with solutions provided.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Limits Vertical and Horizontal Asymptotes
This activity explores graphically, numerically and symbolically the vertical and horizontal asymptotes of a rational function through the limit taking capability of the graphing calculator.
Ministry of Education and Universities of the Region of Murcia (Spain)
Ministerio De Educacion Y Ciencia: Asintotas
In this unit you will learn to calculate the limits of a function and the equations of the vertical, horizontal and oblique asymptotes from its graph.
Other
Infinite Limits
Students learn about infinite limits. A definition and examples with solutions are used to examine vertical asymptotes.
Other
Franklin University: Rational Functions and Asymptotes [Pdf]
This site provides an introduction to rational functions. Topics that are included are finding the domain of a rational function, finding the horizontal and vertical asymptotes and graphing rational functions. There are many worked out...
New York University
Nyu: Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences: Rational Functions [Pdf]
This site provides a detailed explanation of rational functions by looking at numerous examples. Topics that are covered include domain, horizontal asymptotes, vertical asymptotes and graphing rational functions.
Other
Binghamton University: Graphing Rational Functions [Pdf]
This site is a 16-page excerpt from a textbook that discusses the topic of graphing rational functions. The book includes numerous worked out examples. Topics that are covered include the domain of a rational function, zeroes of a...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Polynomial and Rational Inequalities
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students explore analytical, graphical and numerical methods of solving polynomial and rational equations.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Graphing Inverse Variation Functions
This learning tutorial about how to graph inverse variation functions combines videos, a PowerPoint presentation, and helpful hints. The videos demonstrate how to solve example problems and the PowerPoint presentation provides some key...
Purple Math
Purplemath: Vertical Asymptotes
This Purple Math lesson provides an explanation and examples on vertical asymptotes.
Purple Math
Purplemath: General Polynomials
Confused about graphing or just need a refresher? This explanation focuses on graphing higher-power polynomials along with radical functions, rational functions, and piecewise functions. Plenty of examples are included.
Purple Math
Purplemath: Graphing Rational Functions: Introduction
To graph a rational function, you find the asymptotes and the intercepts, plot a few points, and then sketch in the graph. Once you get the swing of things, rational functions are actually fairly simple to graph. This resources provides...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Algebra Ii: Analyze Vertical Asymptotes of Rational Functions
Given the formula of a rational function, determine how it behaves around its vertical asymptote. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Other
Xaktly: Rational Functions
On this site students explore the concept of rational functions. The site begins by looking at the parent function for all rational functions, which is a hyperbola. The other topics that are covered on the tutorial include horizontal...
Analyze Math
Analyze Math: Rational Functions (1)
Students explore the properties and graphs of rational functions. The tutorial examines the equations of rational functions, intercepts, vertical asymptote, and horizontal asymptotes. The activity consists of examples with detailed...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Inverse Variation Problems
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Graph rational functions involving division and find all their asymptotes.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Know Your Limits
The limit is the fundamental notion of calculus. This underlying concept is the thread that binds together virtually all of the calculus studied by the student. In this lesson, the student's knowledge of limits will be extended using...
Cool Math
Coolmath: Rational Functions Vertical Asymptotes
This CoolMath Resource provides and introduction to vertical asymptotes, a type of rational function.