End Behavior

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What is end behavior in polynomial functions?

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End behavior describes how the values of a function behave as the input (x) approaches positive or negative infinity.

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What determines the end behavior of a polynomial function?

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The leading term of the polynomial and its degree determine the end behavior.

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The degree is 5, which is odd.

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What does it mean if a polynomial has an even degree?

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If a polynomial has an even degree, both ends of the graph will either rise or fall together.

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What does it mean if a polynomial has an odd degree?

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If a polynomial has an odd degree, one end of the graph will rise while the other end falls.