Unit 2a: Polynomials Review (1,3-10,12-15)

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It means that f(2) = 0, indicating that x = 2 is a root of the polynomial.

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What is the factored form of the polynomial that corresponds to a graph with roots at x = -4 (multiplicity 2) and x = 2?

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f(x) = (x+4)²(x-2)

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What is the end behavior of a polynomial function if as x approaches -∞, f(x) approaches -∞ and as x approaches +∞, f(x) also approaches -∞?

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The polynomial has a degree that is odd and a negative leading coefficient.

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How do you determine the y-intercept of a polynomial function?

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The y-intercept is found by evaluating the function at x = 0.

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What is the definition of a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression consisting of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents.

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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 expression.

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What is a root of a polynomial?

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A root of a polynomial is a value of x that makes the polynomial equal to zero.

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What does it mean for a polynomial to be in factored form?

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A polynomial is in factored form when it is expressed as a product of its linear factors.