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Variable Expressions
Algebraic Thinking
Suppose x and y are nonzero whole numbers, and x  y. Describe what happens to
the value of the fraction
as x gets closer to y. Explain your reasoning on the
lines provided.
1) First, evaluate
for 5 different values of x and y below. It’s a good idea
to start with x and y values that are far apart and then get closer together.
2) What do you notice as x gets closer to y?
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