Chapter 2 Precalculus Assessment Part 1

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The zeros are 0 and 4.

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Degree = 3; Zeros = 0, 3.

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Define a polynomial function.

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The leading coefficient is 2.

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How do you find the zeros of a polynomial function?

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What is the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra?

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The Fundamental Theorem of Algebra states that every non-constant polynomial function has at least one complex root.

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What is the difference between a polynomial and a rational function?

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A polynomial function is a sum of terms with non-negative integer exponents, while a rational function is a ratio of two polynomials.

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The degree is 5.

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What does it mean for a polynomial to be factored completely?

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A polynomial is factored completely when it is expressed as a product of irreducible polynomials over the given number system.

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What are the characteristics of even-degree polynomial functions?

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Even-degree polynomial functions have ends that either both rise or both fall, and they may have a maximum or minimum value.