4. Polynomial Functions
Understanding Polynomial Functions
- Open QuestionGraph each function. Determine the largest open intervals of the domain over which each function is (a) increasing or (b) decreasing. See Example 1. ƒ(x)=1/2(x-2)^2+4
- Open QuestionFor each polynomial function, identify its graph from choices A–F. ƒ(x)=-(x-2)(x-5)
- Open QuestionIn Exercises 1–10, determine which functions are polynomial functions. For those that are, identify the degree. f(x)=(x^2+7)/x^3
- Multiple Choice
Determine if the given function is a polynomial function. If so, write in standard form, then state the degree and leading coefficient.
- Multiple Choice
Determine if the given function is a polynomial function. If so, write in standard form, then state the degree and leading coefficient.
- Multiple Choice
Determine if the given function is a polynomial function. If so, write in standard form, then state the degree and leading coefficient.
- Multiple Choice
Determine the end behavior of the given polynomial function.
- Multiple Choice
Match the given polynomial function to its graph based on end behavior.
- Multiple Choice
Find the zeros of the given polynomial function and give the multiplicity of each. State whether the graph crosses or touches the x-axis at each zero.
- Multiple Choice
Find the zeros of the given polynomial function and give the multiplicity of each. State whether the graph crosses or touches the x-axis at each zero.
- Multiple Choice
Determine the maximum number of turning points for the given polynomial function.
- Multiple Choice
Based ONLY on the maximum number of turning points, which of the following graphs could NOT be the graph of the given function?
- Multiple Choice
The given term represents the leading term of some polynomial function. Determine the end behavior and the maximum number of turning points.
- Open QuestionIn Exercises 1–10, determine which functions are polynomial functions. For those that are, identify the degree. f(x)=5x^2+6x^3
- Open QuestionIn Exercises 1–10, determine which functions are polynomial functions. For those that are, identify the degree. g(x)=7x^5−πx^3+1/5 x