End Behavior

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What is end behavior in the context of polynomial functions?

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

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What does it mean if a function goes up on the left?

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The degree of the polynomial is 4.

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Describe the end behavior of a polynomial function with an even degree and a positive leading coefficient.

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Describe the end behavior of a polynomial function with an odd degree and a positive leading coefficient.

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What does it mean if a function goes down on the left?

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How do you determine the end behavior of a polynomial function?

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The end behavior can be determined by the degree and leading coefficient of the polynomial.

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The leading coefficient is 2.

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What is the significance of the degree of a polynomial?

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The degree of a polynomial determines the maximum number of turning points and the end behavior of the graph.