Math 3 Unit 3 Flashcard 1

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(x - 12)(x - 4)

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The graph falls to the right and rises to the left.

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(-2, -4)

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x = 4, -1/2, 6

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What is the definition of a polynomial function?

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What is the degree of a polynomial?

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The degree of a polynomial is the highest power of the variable in the polynomial expression.

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What does it mean for a polynomial to have a real zero?

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What is the significance of the leading coefficient in a polynomial?

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The leading coefficient determines the end behavior of the polynomial function.

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What is the difference between a relative minimum and a global minimum?

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A relative minimum is the lowest point in a specific interval, while a global minimum is the lowest point over the entire domain of the function.