Explain Why the Function Is Discontinuous at the Given Number A.
The term rational in reference to the set Q refers to the fact that a rational number represents a ratio of two integers.

Why are rational functions called rational?

A function that is the ratio of two polynomials. It is “Rational” because one is divided by the other, like a ratio.

Why are rational functions important?

Rational formulas can be useful tools for representing real-life situations and for finding answers to real problems. Equations representing direct, inverse, and joint variation are examples of rational formulas that can model many real-life situations.

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