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Addition and Subtraction of Rational Expressions Instructional VideoAddition and Subtraction of Rational Expressions Instructional Video
Publisher
Krista King Math
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
4:49
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For Teacher Use
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Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
Video
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Year
2014
Instructional Video

Addition and Subtraction of Rational Expressions

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A rational expression is a fraction where the denominator and/or the numerator is a polynomial. The resource presents rational expressions and how to add and subtract them. Additionally, the video connects the addition and subtraction of rational expressions to the addition and subtraction of fractions by showing that they must have a common denominator. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

addition rational expressions, rational expressions, simplify rational expressions, subtraction rational expressions, common denominators, fractions common denominators

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Use the video to introduce adding and subtracting rational expression in a flipped classroom environment
  • Provide pupils several opportunities to practice the concept

Classroom Considerations

  • Individuals should be aware of when they can combine terms and when they cannot
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • The video uses colors to highlight the process of finding common denominators
  • Includes closed captioning

Cons

  • None

Common Core

HSA-APR.D.7 MP6 MP7

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