Precalculus: Concepts Through Functions, A Unit Circle Approach to Trigonometry (3rd Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32193-104-1
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Chapter 3 - Polynomial and Rational Functions - Section 3.5 The Graph of a Rational Function - 3.5 Assess Your Understanding - Page 256: 59

Answer

$y=\frac{(x-1)(x-3)(x^2+\frac{4}{3})}{(x+1)^2(x-2)^2}$.

Work Step by Step

Step 1. Identify asymptote(s): V.A. $x=-1,2$, H.A. $y=1$, Step 2. Identify zero(s): $x=1,3$, Step 3. Write a general form $y=\frac{(x-1)(x-3)(x^2+a)}{(x+1)^2(x-2)^2}$, Step 4. Use point $(0,2)$, we have $a=\frac{(1)^2(-2)^2}{(-1)(-3)}=\frac{4}{3}$, Step 5. Provide one solution $y=\frac{(x-1)(x-3)(x^2+\frac{4}{3})}{(x+1)^2(x-2)^2}$.
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