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Applications Using Rational Equations

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Algebra learners explore the concept of writing equations using rational expressions. This work sheet contains a number of word problems including reciprocal number problems, work problems, and problems can that be solved using proportions. 

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proportions, rational equations, writing equations, equations

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proportions, rational equations, writing equations, proportion problems, work problems, reciprocal problems, math
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7th - 10th
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Math
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