Math 2-3 Hp Fall Semester Final Exam

Front

What does a zero with an odd multiplicity look like on a graph?

Back

The graph flattens out near the x-intercept and then crosses it.

Front

What is the factored form of the parabola given the roots -2 and 1?

Back

y=(x+2)(x-1)

Front

If one factor of x^3 + 4x^2 - 11x - 30 is x + 2, what are the remaining factors?

Back

x - 3 and x + 5

Front

What is the process of factoring a quadratic expression?

Back

To express it as a product of two binomials.

Front

Factor the expression 2m² + 3m - 9.

Back

(m + 3)(2m - 3)

Front

What does it mean for a graph to be symmetric along the y-axis?

Back

The graph is unchanged when reflected over the y-axis.

Front

How do you determine the x-intercepts of a quadratic function?

Back

Set the function equal to zero and solve for x.

Front

What is the significance of the vertex in a parabola?

Back

The vertex represents the maximum or minimum point of the parabola.

Front

What is the standard form of a quadratic equation?

Back

y = ax^2 + bx + c.

Front

What is the difference between even and odd multiplicity zeros?

Back

Even multiplicity zeros touch the x-axis, while odd multiplicity zeros cross it.