NYS Algebra 2 Regents Exam Practice: August 2018 Part 1 Solutions

What is the first step in solving an exponential equation where the variable is in the exponent?

• Convert the equation to a logarithmic form

• Add a constant to both sides

• Isolate the exponential expression

• Multiply both sides by the base of the exponent

In a controlled experiment, what is the key word that must be used to describe the selection of groups?

• Randomly

• Sequentially

• Observationally

• Systematic

Which of the following is NOT a polynomial operation?

• Multiplication

• Division

• Subtraction

• Addition

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CCSS.HSA.APR.D.6

How can you determine the number of real roots of a polynomial function using a graph?

• Check the symmetry of the graph

• Count the number of relative extrema

• Count the number of humps and bumps

• Count the number of times the graph crosses the x-axis

What is the remainder when the polynomial 2x^4 + 8x^3 + 8x^2 - 6x + 14 is divided by x + 6?

• 0

• 14

• 86

• None of the above

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CCSS.HSA.APR.B.2

What is the key property of the table for an inverse function?

• The X and Y values are the same.

• The X and Y values are switched.

• The X values are doubled.

• The Y values are halved.

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CCSS.HSF-BF.B.4C

Why is it important to check for extraneous solutions when solving radical equations?

• Because they eliminate the need for a calculator.

• Because they simplify the equation.

• Because they can produce false solutions that don't satisfy the original equation.

• Because they always provide the correct answer.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.2

What is the monthly growth rate if the yearly growth rate is 8%?

• 1.08

• 0.92

• 1.00643

• 0.08

In which quadrant is the tangent of an angle negative?

• First quadrant

• Second quadrant

• Third quadrant

• Fourth quadrant

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CCSS.HSF.TF.A.2

What is the simplified form of the expression (x^(2/3) * x^(5/2)) / x^(1/6)?

• x^(1/2)

• x^(5/6)

• x^(19/6)

• x^(3)

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CCSS.HSA.APR.A.1