Graphs of Polynomials

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What are the zeros of the polynomial y = (x + 4)(x + 1)(x - 3)?

Back

-4, -1, 3

Front

This graph is _______ in the highlighted areas.

Back

Increasing

Front

The polynomial is...

Back

Even degree, positive leading coefficient.

Front

The degree of this function is...

Back

Odd

Front

Which function is graphed?

Back

(x - 4)(x + 2)(x + 8)=0

Front

What is a polynomial?

Back

A mathematical expression consisting of variables, coefficients, and exponents, combined using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and non-negative integer exponents.

Front

What is the leading coefficient of a polynomial?

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The coefficient of the term with the highest degree in the polynomial.

Front

What does it mean for a polynomial to have an even degree?

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The highest exponent of the variable in the polynomial is an even number.

Front

What does it mean for a polynomial to have an odd degree?

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The highest exponent of the variable in the polynomial is an odd number.

Front

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

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By looking at the leading term's degree and leading coefficient.