Simplifying Complex Fractions
Simplifying a complex fraction results in a single rational expression. Two approaches to simplifying a complex fraction are demonstrated.
Using a Quadratic Equation to Calculate What Size Driveway Will Fit Within the Budget
Using the quadratic equation to solve a practical problem that involves finding calculating the width and length a driveway can be given a budgeted amount of money.
Dividing a Radical by a Whole Number
A radical can only be divided by another radical. In the examples demonstrated, the only radical is in the numerator. The radical simplified and the fraction reduced.
Writing Expressions in Their Simplest Form
A simplified expression is one in which each base is written only once, there are no negative exponents, and no parentheses. Simplifying an expression makes it easier to solve complex problems, and using the rules for exponents makes simplifying exp...
More than One Base Raised to a Negative Power
The rule for raising a power to a power is applied to an expression in which a monomial in parentheses is raised to a negative power.
Adding Rational Expressions: Practice Problem
Rational expressions with different denominators are added.