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What are the steps for sketching the graph of a rational function

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Step-by-step explanation:


\boxed{\bold{1}} If there are any intercepts, find them


\boxed{\bold{2}} Find the vertical asymptotes by setting the denominator equal to zero and solving


\boxed{\bold{3}} If the horizontal asymptote exists find it and use fact from step two


\boxed{\bold{4}} The vertical asymptotes will divide the number line into regions


\boxed{\bold{5}} Sketch the graph

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