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Alg2T R.6 Notes Key

The document provides notes on graphing rational functions in P/Q form, detailing concepts such as vertical and horizontal asymptotes, discontinuities, and how to find holes in the graph. It includes examples and exercises for identifying these characteristics in given rational functions. Additionally, it connects the topic to previous learning about solving rational equations and domain restrictions.

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Alg2T R.6 Notes Key

The document provides notes on graphing rational functions in P/Q form, detailing concepts such as vertical and horizontal asymptotes, discontinuities, and how to find holes in the graph. It includes examples and exercises for identifying these characteristics in given rational functions. Additionally, it connects the topic to previous learning about solving rational equations and domain restrictions.

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Algebra 2 / Trig R.6 Notes: Graph Rational Functions in P/Q form (SOL A2.EI.4, A2.F.

2)
𝒑(𝒙)
Rational functions can be written as a ratio / fraction of two polynomial functions: 𝒚 =
𝒒(𝒙)

Discontinuity: a “break” in the graph; lift your pencil Finding horizontal asymptotes
before continuing on the other side
To determine the horizontal asymptotes, compare the
• Vertical Asymptote: a line that a graph degree (power) of the numerator (n) to the degree
approaches but never reaches (power) of the denominator (d).
• Horizontal Asymptote: guides the end behavior
power of n = power of d power of n < power of d
of a function

Finding holes and vertical asymptotes Divide the coefficients in y=0


front of the highest degree
First, you must factor the numerator and denominator to
determine if there is a hole. 4 x2 + 1 2x + 2
y= HA:
y= HA:
If you can factor and cancel, then you will have hole at the x2 − 7 x2 − 3
x-value. Plug in the x value to find the corresponding y-
value.

x2 − 4
Example: y=
x2 − 5x + 6 **Connection to previous learning**

Solving Rational Equations: notice discontinuities happen


in rational functions where the domain is restricted

Any factors remaining in the denominator after


cancelation cause vertical asymptotes.

3x 2 − 17 x + 20
1. g ( x) =
x2 − 5x + 4

Hole in graph: _________________ Vertical Asymptote(s): __________________

Horizontal Asymptote: _________________

Domain: ____________________________ Range: ____________________________

x-intercept: ___________ y-intercept: _______________

x2 + 5x + 6
You Try! 2. g ( x) =
x2 − 9
Hole in graph: _________________ Vertical Asymptote(s): __________________

Horizontal Asymptote: _________________

Domain: ____________________________ Range: ____________________________

x-intercept: ___________ y-intercept: _______________


x−4
3. h( x ) =
x −x−6
2

Hole in graph: _________________ Vertical Asymptote(s): __________________

Horizontal Asymptote: _________________

Domain: ____________________________

x-intercept: ___________ y-intercept: _______________

2x + 2
You Try! 4. y=
x2 − 3
Hole in graph: _________________ Vertical Asymptote(s): __________________

Horizontal Asymptote: _________________

Domain: ____________________________ Range: ____________________________

x-intercept: ___________ y-intercept: _______________

power of n > power of d

Slant asymptote

𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 − 6𝑥
𝑦=
−3𝑥 2 − 3𝑥 + 18

𝑥 3 −9𝑥
5. 𝑓(𝑥) =
3𝑥2 −6𝑥−9

Hole in graph: _________________ Vertical Asymptote(s): __________________

Horizontal Asymptote: _________________

Domain: ____________________________

x-intercept: ___________ y-intercept: _______________

4. Write the equation of the rational function shown in p(x)/q(x) form:

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