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Exploring Vertical Asymptotes- 84

Subject Area
Math: Precalculus: Polynomial, Power, and Rational Functions
Math: AP Precalculus: Polynomial and Rational Functions
Level
9-12
Activity Time
45 Minutes
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Exploring Vertical Asymptotes- 84

Activity Overview

This lesson involves observing how changing the values in a rational function affects the continuity of the graph of the function.

About the Lesson

This lesson involves observing how changing the values in a rational function affects the continuity of the graph of the function.
As a result, students will:

  • Manipulate the factors of the numerator and denominator to observe the effects of each value.
  • Explain how the values in a rational function determine the vertical asymptotes.
  • Identify the conditions that must be met for a rational function to have removable discontinuity.

Subject Area
Math: Precalculus: Polynomial, Power, and Rational Functions
Math: AP Precalculus: Polynomial and Rational Functions
Level
9-12
Activity Time
45 Minutes
TI Calculator
TI-Nspire CX series
TI-84 series
Resource Types
Lessons
Exam Prep
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