Math 3 Fall Final Review

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What are the zeros of the function f(x) = (x+2)(x-3)²(x-4)?

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The zeros are -2, 3 (multiplicity 2), and 4.

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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.7C

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Simplify the expression \( \frac{2x+2}{x+2} \div \frac{4x^2+8x+4}{12x+12} \)

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The simplified expression is \( \frac{6}{x+2} \).

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CCSS.HSA.APR.D.6

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What is the factored form of the function represented by the graph?

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The equation in factored form is f(x) = (x+4)(x+1)²(x-2)(x-4).

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CCSS.HSA.APR.B.3

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Solve the equation for x: \( \frac{2}{x+2} + \frac{5}{x-2} = \frac{6}{x^2-4} \)

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The solution is x = 0.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.2

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List the potential real zeros of the polynomial f(x) = 5x³ - x² + 3.

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The potential real zeros are ±1/5, ±3/5, ±1, ±3.

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What is the definition of a zero of a function?

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

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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.7D

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What does multiplicity mean in the context of polynomial zeros?

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Multiplicity refers to the number of times a particular zero is repeated in a polynomial.

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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.7C

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How do you find the zeros of a polynomial function?

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To find the zeros, set the polynomial equal to zero and solve for x.

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What is the process for simplifying a complex fraction?

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To simplify a complex fraction, multiply the numerator and denominator by the least common denominator (LCD) of the fractions involved.

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What is the significance of the factored form of a polynomial?

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The factored form reveals the zeros of the polynomial and helps in graphing the function.