Option 1

• How do you think rational expressions (a quotient of two polynomials) will be applied in your future career or a related career? For example, perhaps there is a formula that is often applied. Provide a specific example in your explanation.

Option 2

• Describe a situation in which a rational expression can be used to represent the inverse relationship of two or more variables. Provide an example.
• For example, t=d/r. Time and distance vary directly. As the distance increases, the amount of time would also increase. However, as the rate (or speed) increases, the amount of time required to travel a distance would decrease. So, time and rate vary inversely. As one increases the other decreases.