Review of Polynomial Functions

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a polynomial function?
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A polynomial function is a mathematical expression involving a sum of powers in one or more variables multiplied by coefficients. The general form is f(x) = a_n*x^n + a_(n-1)*x^(n-1) + ... + a_1*x + a_0, where n is a non-negative integer.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the degree of a polynomial?
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The degree of a polynomial is the highest power of the variable in the polynomial expression. It determines the polynomial's end behavior and the maximum number of real roots.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How many real zeros can a polynomial function have?
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A polynomial function of degree n can have at most n real zeros.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the end behavior of a polynomial function?
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The end behavior of a polynomial function describes how the function behaves as x approaches positive or negative infinity. It is determined by the leading term of the polynomial.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is multiplicity in polynomial functions?
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Multiplicity refers to the number of times a particular root (zero) appears in a polynomial. A root with even multiplicity touches the x-axis, while a root with odd multiplicity crosses the x-axis.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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The multiplicity of the zero x=1 is 4.
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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.7C
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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The root x=1 has even multiplicity.
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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.7C
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