Polynomial Graphs End Behavior and Turning Points

How many turning points?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

The graph of f(x) is shown here. Which of the statements correctly identify the end behavior? Select all that apply.

The graph of f(x) is shown here. Which statement best describes the function?

• The function has an odd degree and a negative leading coefficient.

• The function has an odd degree and a positive leading coefficient.
  

• The function has an even degree and a negative leading coefficient.
  

• The function has an even degree and a positive leading coefficient.
  

If a graph has 5 turning points, what is the degree?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7

• 4

• 3

• 5

• 6

If the end behavior of a graph of the polynomial function rises both to the left and to the right, which of the following is true about the leading term?

• the leading coefficient is positive, the degree is odd

• the leading coefficient is positive, the degree is even

• the leading coefficient is negative, the degree is odd

• the leading coefficient is negative, the degree is even

What is the maximum number of turning points the graph of the given polynomial function have?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1

What is the maximum number of turning points for the graph of a 4th degree (quartic) polynomial?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 0

The maximum number of turning points for the graph of a cubic polynomial is:

• 3

• 2

• 1

• 0

The maximum number of turning points is 1 _____ than the degree of the polynomial.

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