How to determine if a polynomial function is even or odd

The video tutorial explains how to determine if a function is even or odd by evaluating F of negative X. It discusses the behavior of negative numbers raised to odd powers and how this affects the function's evaluation. The tutorial provides a step-by-step example of identifying an odd function using a cubic function, highlighting the reflective property about the Y-axis. The key takeaway is understanding the difference between even and odd functions and how to identify them through function evaluation.

What does it mean for a function to be reflective about the Y axis?

How does plugging in a negative number affect the output of an odd function?