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Quadratic Rational Functions
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What is the general form of a quadratic rational function?

y=ax2+bx+cdx2+ex+fy = \frac{ax^2 + bx + c}{dx^2 + ex + f}

What does the I-A-R-T strategy stand for when sketching these curves?

Intercepts, Asymptotes, Range, Turning pts

How do you find the y-intercept of y=ax2+bx+cdx2+ex+fy = \frac{ax^2 + bx + c}{dx^2 + ex + f}?

Substitute x=0x = 0 and solve for yy

To find x-intercepts, which part of the rational function must equal zero?

The numerator (check denominator ≠ 0)

How do you find vertical asymptotes for a quadratic rational function?

Solve denominator = 0

For y=ax2+bx+cdx2+ex+fy = \frac{ax^2 + bx + c}{dx^2 + ex + f}, what is the horizontal asymptote?

y=ady = \frac{a}{d}

Can a quadratic rational function cross its horizontal asymptote?

Yes, at specific finite x-values

What condition must the discriminant satisfy for the range to have real y-values?

b24ac0b^2 - 4ac \geq 0

Where do turning points occur on a quadratic rational function?

At boundary values of the range

When does a quadratic rational function have NO vertical asymptotes?

When discriminant of denominator < 0

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