Identify the expression that represents a rational function which is NOT a polynomial.

MATHEMATICS · Single correct · AP · AP Precalculus · Polynomial and Rational Functions · Polynomial and Rational Functions

Problem

Identify the expression that represents a rational function which is NOT a polynomial. (a) p(x)=x+2p(x)=\sqrt{x}+2 (b) f(x)=x2+1x−3f(x)=\dfrac{x^{2}+1}{x-3} (c) q(x)=x2+15q(x)=\dfrac{x^{2}+1}{5} (d) r(x)=xxr(x)=\dfrac{x}{x}

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