Quiz for:
Understanding and Solving Rational Equations

Question 1

Which operation is recommended for solving rational equations with different denominators?

Question 2

In Example 1, what value of x is the true solution?

Question 3

In Example 1, what expression is formed after combining fractions?

Question 4

What is a rational expression a type of?

Question 5

Why does Example 2 conclude with no true solution?

Question 6

How is a rational expression defined?

Question 7

In a rational equation, which is least likely to change?

Question 8

In Example 2, what does the substitution of y = 1 result in?

Question 9

What must you do after finding a solution in rational equations?

Question 10

What needs to be consistent for a solution in rational equations to be accurate?

Question 11

What should be checked after finding a solution to a rational equation?

Question 12

What can cause a solution to be extraneous?

Question 13

What is an extraneous solution?

Question 14

What is a rational equation?

Question 15

What is the first step in solving a rational equation?

Question 16

Why is cross multiplication used in rational equations?