Lesson 12.5 – Multiply and Divide Rational Expressions

Lesson 12.5 – Multiply and Divide Rational Expressions To multiply rational expressions: Multiply the numerator and the denominator Use properties of exponents if necessary Cancel out common factors Simplify Multiplying Rational Expressions Involving Monomials Find the product

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Multiplying Rational Expressions Involving Polynomials Find the Product

To divide by a rational expression: Multiply by the reciprocal

Divide Rational Expressions Involving Polynomials Find the Quotient

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