Graphs of Polynomial Functions Answers

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Which statement describes how the graph of the given polynomial would change if the term 2x5 is added?y = 8x4 – 2x3 + 5

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Both ends of the graph will approach negative infinity.
B
The ends of the graph will extend in opposite directions.
C
Both ends of the graph will approach positive infinity.
D
The ends of the graph will approach zero.
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Which graph shows a polynomial function of an even degree?

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B
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Option B
C
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Option C
D
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Option D
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What are the possible degrees for the polynomial function?

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A
degrees of 4 or greater
B
even degrees of 4 or greater
C
degrees of 5 or greater
D
odd degrees of 5 or greater
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Which of the following describes the polynomial function?

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A
The function has a negative leading coefficient.
B
The function has an odd degree.
C
The function has one turning point.
D
The function has zero x-intercepts.
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Which graph shows a polynomial function of an odd degree?

A
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Option A
B
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Option B
C
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Option C
D
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Option D
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Which of the following describes the polynomial function?

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The function has a negative leading coefficient.
B
The function has an even degree.
C
The function has zero turning points.
D
The function has one x-intercept.
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How many turning points can a polynomial with a degree of 7 have?

A
6 turning points
B
7 turning points
C
8 turning points
D
9 turning points
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How many turning points are in the graph of the polynomial function?

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A
4 turning points
B
5 turning points
C
6 turning points
D
7 turning points
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How many turning points are in the graph of the polynomial function?

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2 turning points
B
3 turning points
C
4 turning points
D
5 turning points

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