Algebra 2 Polynomial Functions 3.1, 3.5

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What is the end behavior of a polynomial function?

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The end behavior of a polynomial function describes how the function behaves as x approaches positive or negative infinity. It is determined by the leading term of the polynomial.

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Define 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 is a leading coefficient?

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The leading coefficient is the coefficient of the term with the highest degree in a polynomial.

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How do you find the zeros of a polynomial function?

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To find the zeros of a polynomial function, set the function equal to zero and solve for the variable.

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What is the maximum number of turns a polynomial graph can have?

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The maximum number of turns a polynomial graph can have is one less than the degree of the polynomial.

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What does the leading-term test indicate about a polynomial function?

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The leading-term test indicates the end behavior of a polynomial function based on the sign and degree of the leading term.

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

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The leading term determines the end behavior of the polynomial function and influences the shape of its graph.

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The degree is 2 and the leading coefficient is -25.

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