Polynomial Graphs: Vocabulary Review

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What is the end behavior of a polynomial graph when both ends go to positive infinity?

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As x → ∞, y → ∞ and as x → -∞, y → ∞.

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What is the ordered pair that represents the minimum point of a polynomial graph?

Back

(2, -3)

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What is the ordered pair that represents the maximum point of a polynomial graph?

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(1, 4)

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What is the domain of a polynomial function?

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All real numbers.

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What is the range of a polynomial function that opens upwards?

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[3, ∞) if the minimum value is 3.

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Define a polynomial function.

Back

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What does it mean for a polynomial to have a degree of 2?

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It means the highest exponent of the variable in the polynomial is 2, indicating a quadratic function.

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

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The leading coefficient determines the direction of the graph's end behavior.

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What is a zero of a polynomial function?

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A value of x for which the polynomial function equals zero.

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How do you find the x-intercepts of a polynomial graph?

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Set the polynomial equal to zero and solve for x.