Algebra 3/4 delves into advanced algebraic concepts, including polynomial functions, rational expressions, and complex numbers.
Rational functions describe rates, concentrations, and flow in various scientific and engineering fields.
Rational functions let us understand and predict real-world processes that involve ratios, speed, and change.
In chemistry, the rate of a reaction might be \( R(x) = \frac{kx}{1 + x} \).
An engineer models water flow rate with \( Q(t) = \frac{5t}{t + 3} \).