What do you need to know determine end behavior of a polynomial

The video tutorial explains how to determine the end behavior of polynomial functions using the leading coefficient test. It covers the importance of knowing the degree and leading coefficient, and how these affect the graph's behavior. The tutorial also discusses the behavior of graphs with odd and even exponents, and positive or negative leading coefficients. It introduces formal notation to describe graph behavior and provides examples to illustrate these concepts.

What are the key components needed to apply the leading coefficient test?

Explain the difference in end behavior for graphs with odd and even degrees.

How does the leading coefficient affect the end behavior of a graph?

Describe the formal notation used to express end behavior.

What happens to the Y values as X approaches positive and negative infinity?