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The document outlines methods for solving rational algebraic inequalities and defines strictly increasing and decreasing functions. It provides step-by-step instructions for factorizing functions, finding critical points, and determining the sign of expressions across intervals. Additionally, it includes proofs and examples demonstrating the behavior of various functions without using derivatives.
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The document outlines methods for solving rational algebraic inequalities and defines strictly increasing and decreasing functions. It provides step-by-step instructions for factorizing functions, finding critical points, and determining the sign of expressions across intervals. Additionally, it includes proofs and examples demonstrating the behavior of various functions without using derivatives.
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