Finding X Intercepts of Polynomial Functions by Analyzing Factors

This video tutorial covers the fundamentals of functions and polynomials, focusing on how to determine the X intercepts of polynomial functions by analyzing their factors. It explains the concept of functions, how to evaluate them, and introduces polynomials and their properties. The tutorial provides methods to find X intercepts of polynomial graphs and solve higher order polynomial equations. It also addresses common mistakes students make when solving polynomial equations and offers solutions.

What is a function, and how can you determine if a relationship is a function?

Explain how to evaluate a function given an input.

What does it mean for a number to be a zero of a polynomial function?

How do you apply the zero product property when solving polynomial equations?

Describe the process of finding the X intercepts of a polynomial function.

What is the significance of imaginary solutions when finding X intercepts?

What common mistakes do students make when applying the greatest common factor in polynomial functions?