Polynomial Functions and Graphs

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The highest degree of any term of a polynomial.

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Degree of a polynomial

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In a polynomial, the non-zero term that is multiplied by the greatest power of x.

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Leading coefficient

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Arranges the terms by degree in descending numerical order.

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Standard form of a polynomial

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Polynomial function

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Describes the directions of the graph as you move to the left and to the right, away from the origin.

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End behavior

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A point where the graph changes direction from upwards to downwards or from downwards to upwards.

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Turning point

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The value of the function at an up-to-down turning point.

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Relative maximum

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The value of the function at a down-to-up turning point.

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Relative minimum