Polynomial End Behavior

Front

What is the end behavior of the polynomial function j(x) = 9x^4 - 2 as x approaches negative infinity?

Back

As x → -∞, f(x) → ∞.

Front

What is the end behavior of the polynomial function j(x) = 9x^4 - 2 as x approaches positive infinity?

Back

As x → ∞, f(x) → ∞.

Front

What is the degree of the polynomial function j(x) = 9x^4 - 2?

Back

Even.

Front

What is the end behavior of the polynomial function h(x) = -12x^3 + 4x^2 + x - 1 as x approaches negative infinity?

Back

As x → -∞, f(x) → ∞.

Front

What is the end behavior of the polynomial function h(x) = -12x^3 + 4x^2 + x - 1 as x approaches positive infinity?

Back

As x → ∞, f(x) → -∞.

Front

What is the degree of the polynomial function h(x) = -12x^3 + 4x^2 + x - 1?

Back

Odd.

Front

What does the term 'degree' refer to in a polynomial function?

Back

The highest power of the variable in the polynomial.

Front

What does 'leading coefficient' (LC) indicate in a polynomial function?

Back

The coefficient of the term with the highest degree.

Front

What is the end behavior of a polynomial function with an even degree and a positive leading coefficient?

Back

As x → -∞, f(x) → ∞ and as x → ∞, f(x) → ∞.

Front

What is the end behavior of a polynomial function with an odd degree and a negative leading coefficient?

Back

As x → -∞, f(x) → ∞ and as x → ∞, f(x) → -∞.