Graphing Rational Functions: Holes and Intercepts
Students locate holes, x-intercepts, and y-intercepts of rational functions and sketch complete graphs.
Key Questions
- Explain under what conditions a rational function produces a point of discontinuity rather than a vertical asymptote.
- Compare the process of finding x-intercepts for polynomial functions versus rational functions.
- Design a rational function that has specific holes and asymptotes.
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