Graphs of Polynomials Worksheet
Explore and analyze the graphs of polynomial functions, identifying key features such as end behavior, roots, and turning points.
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Graphs of Polynomials
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1. Which of the following describes the end behavior of the polynomial function f(x) = -2x^4 + 3x^3 - x + 5?
As x → ∞, f(x) → ∞ and as x → -∞, f(x) → ∞
As x → ∞, f(x) → -∞ and as x → -∞, f(x) → -∞
As x → ∞, f(x) → -∞ and as x → -∞, f(x) → ∞
As x → ∞, f(x) → ∞ and as x → -∞, f(x) → -∞
2. What is the maximum number of real roots a polynomial of degree 3 can have?
1
2
3
4
3. The graph of a polynomial function with an odd degree and a positive leading coefficient will typically have end behavior where as x → -∞, f(x) → and as x → ∞, f(x) → .
4. A polynomial function of degree 'n' can have at most turning points.
5. Describe the relationship between the multiplicity of a root and the behavior of the graph at that x-intercept. Provide an example.
6. Sketch the graph of a polynomial function that satisfies the following conditions:
- Degree 3
- Roots at x = -2 (multiplicity 1), x = 1 (multiplicity 2)
- Leading coefficient is positive
7. The graph of every polynomial function has at least one x-intercept.
True
False
8. A polynomial function can have more x-intercepts than its degree.
True
False
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