Lesson 1

Read “Example 2” on pages 434 to 435 to see an example of how a rational function can be graphed using transformations. As you read, pay attention to the important characteristics of the graph that are identified. Notice how the location of the asymptotes are also translated from their original location in .

Self-Check 1

1. Complete Assessment Questions 1 to 4 in “Rational Functions.”
   
   
    
   
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2. Complete questions 1, 3.c., 7.a., 7.c., and 8 on pages 442 and 443 of the textbook. Answer