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A value of a variable for which a rational expression is __________ is an excluded valueA. undefinedB. definedC. true D. falseE. simplified

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A rational expression is a quotient of two polynomials.

The value of the variable that makes the denominator equal to 0 makes the rational expression undefined.

Since division by 0 is not allowed [undefined].

So, we exclude the value that makes the rational expression undefined.

Thus, the answer would be:

A value of a variable for which a rational expression is undefined is an excluded value.

Correct Answer

A