Polynomial Functions End Behavior

Front

What determines the number of roots in a polynomial?

Back

The degree of the polynomial determines the number of roots.

Front

Classify the polynomial: 7x^7 + 2x^3 - x + 5

Back

7th degree polynomial

Front

What factors determine the end behavior of a polynomial function?

Back

The degree and the sign of the leading coefficient determine the end behavior.

Front

What is the predicted end behavior of: y=3x^5 - 4x + 2?

Back

up on right, down on left

Front

Which point represents a zero of the polynomial function?

Back

(2, 0) represents a zero of the polynomial.

Front

What is the end behavior of a polynomial with an even degree and a positive leading coefficient?

Back

up on both ends

Front

What is the end behavior of a polynomial with an odd degree and a negative leading coefficient?

Back

down on left, up on right

Front

Identify the degree and leading coefficient sign for: y = -5x^6 + 2x^2 - 3.

Back

Degree - Even, Leading Coefficient Negative

Front

What is the end behavior of: y = x^4 - 3x + 1?

Back

up on both ends

Front

What is the degree of the polynomial: y = 4x^3 + 2x^2 - x + 7?

Back

3rd degree polynomial