Overview of Multiplicity of a zero - Online Tutor - Free Math Videos

The video tutorial explains the concept of polynomial multiplicity and its impact on graphing. It covers how zeros can be expressed as factors and how multiplicity affects the graph's behavior at those zeros. The tutorial provides an example of graphing a polynomial, highlighting the importance of understanding end behavior and multiplicity. The video concludes with a review of these concepts, emphasizing their role in accurately graphing polynomial functions.

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