key term - Rational Function

Definition

A rational function is an algebraic expression in which both numerator and denominator are polynomials. It can be written as the ratio (or fraction) of two polynomials.

Related terms

Polynomial:

An expression consisting of variables, coefficients, and exponents combined using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and non-negative integer exponents.

Ratio:

The comparison between two quantities expressed by division. In this case, it refers to the ratio between two polynomials in a rational function.

Algebraic Expression: A mathematical phrase containing numbers, variables, and operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.