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How Simple Is Your Rational Expression?

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Investigate simplifying rational expressions. Learners define rational expressions, review how numerators and denominators are polynomials and complete several problems using a checklist to ensure they don't skip any steps. Work can be completed independently or in small groups.

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polynomials, rational expressions, simplifying

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polynomials, rational expressions, simplify, rewrite, math
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8th - 10th
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Math
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