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algebra junior

Problem

Find the domain of the rational function . Express your answer as a union of intervals.
Solution
Let . A number is not in the domain of if and only if . Hence we have, Factoring gives us Solving for gives us and . Hence the domain of is .
Final answer
(-\infty, 1) \cup (1, 3) \cup (3, \infty)