Math for College Algebra: Chapter 5 Test

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What is synthetic division?

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Synthetic division is a simplified method of dividing a polynomial by a linear binomial of the form (x - c). It is faster than long division and involves using coefficients of the polynomial.

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The degree is 2, which is the highest exponent of the variable x.

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What is the zero product property?

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If the product of two or more factors is zero, at least one of the factors must be zero.

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What is the formula for the quadratic equation?

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What is the difference between a rational and an irrational number?

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A rational number can be expressed as a fraction of two integers, while an irrational number cannot be expressed as a simple fraction.

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What is the process of factoring a polynomial?

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Factoring a polynomial involves expressing it as a product of its factors, which can be numbers, variables, or both.