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Overview:

In this unit, students will explore polynomial functions in depth. The sketch of a polynomial is a continuous graph with possible changes in shape and direction. The zeros are located where the graph crosses the x-axis. The end behavior is determined by the leading coefficient and the degree of the polynomial. We like to use polynomial functions to model real world data since the graphs of polynomial functions have no gaps or holes and contain no sharp corners or points. Real-life situations are modeled by writing equations based on data and using those equations to determine or estimate other data points (speed, volume, time, profits, patterns, etc.).

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Day 61:

Notes: Characteristics of Polynomial Functions

Homework Solutions: Characteristics of Polynomial Functions Key

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Day 62: 

Warm-Up: Characteristics of Polynomial Functions

Warm-Up Key: Characteristics of Polynomial Functions Key

Notes: Multiplicities of Zero

Check for Understanding: Multiplicities of Zero Worksheet #1

Homework: Multiplicities of Zero Worksheet #2

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Day 63: 

Notes: Graphing Polynomials

Homework: Graphing Polynomials

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Day 64: 

Check for Understanding: Analyzing Graphs of Polynomial Functions

Check for Understanding Solutions: Analyzing Graphs of Polynomial Functions Key

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Day 65:

SAT Warm-Up: Polynomials 

Check for Understanding: 4.1 Review

Check for Understanding Solutions: 4.1 Review Key

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