1. 2.7 Graphs of Rational Functions

2. Steps of Graphing 1. Find the domain of the function 2. Simplify the function 3. Find and plot the y-intercept by evaluating f(0) 4. Find and plot the x-intercept by solving N(x) = 0 5. Find and graph the vertical asymptotes by solving D(x) = 0 6. Find and graph the horizontal asymptotes by comparing the degrees 7. If no HA, find and graph the slant asymptote by dividing N(x)/D(x) 8. Find additional points in between each x-int and VA 9. Draw smooth curves to complete the graph

8. Homework  Pg 157-158 #15, 21, 23, 47, 50

9. WAC Type 3  FCA1: Compare and contrast vertical asymptotes and holes in rational functions. (2pts)  FCA2: Compare and contrast horizontal asymptotes and slant asymptotes in rational functions. (2pts)  FCA3: All answers must be written in complete sentences. (2pts)

13. Find the range