Synthetic Division

Synthetic Division

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Mathematics

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is synthetic division?

Back

A method for dividing a polynomial by a linear binomial of the form (x - c) using coefficients.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the first step in synthetic division?

Back

Write down the coefficients of the polynomial in descending order.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In synthetic division, what does the left-hand box represent?

Back

The value of 'c' from the divisor (x - c).

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of zero placeholders in synthetic division?

Back

To represent missing terms in the polynomial when the degree is not consecutive.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you determine the coefficients for synthetic division?

Back

List the coefficients of the polynomial in order of decreasing degree.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the remainder in synthetic division?

Back

It represents the value of the polynomial at x = c.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What mistake did Cam make in his synthetic division?

Back

He did not use a zero placeholder for the x^3 term.

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