Polynomial Characteristics

Polynomial Characteristics

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Mathematics

11th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a polynomial?

Back

A polynomial is a mathematical expression consisting of variables (or indeterminates) raised to non-negative integer powers and coefficients, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the degree of a polynomial?

Back

The degree of a polynomial is the highest power of the variable in the polynomial expression.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a maximum point on a graph?

Back

A maximum point is a point on the graph of a function where the function value is greater than the values of the function at nearby points.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a minimum point on a graph?

Back

A minimum point is a point on the graph of a function where the function value is less than the values of the function at nearby points.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean for a graph to be increasing?

Back

A graph is increasing on an interval if, as you move from left to right, the function values rise.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean for a graph to be decreasing?

Back

A graph is decreasing on an interval if, as you move from left to right, the function values fall.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a relative maximum?

Back

A relative maximum is a point where the function value is higher than the values of the function at nearby points, but not necessarily the highest overall.

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