Polynomial Functions

introduction

In this lesson we will learn how to graph polynomial functions.

Topics Covered:

• definition of a polynomial
• end behaviour of a polynomial
• zeros, roots, and x-intercepts
• multiplicity
• graphing polynomials with and without technology
• problem solving with polynomial functions. (solving for unknown ages, volume of a box, volume of a lung.)

Curriculum Connection: Relations and Functions, Specific Outcome 12

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