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Graphs of polynomial functions
What do polynomial functions look like? And what can be consider a polynomial function? Would a graph that is like an upside down V be considered as a graph of a polynomial function?
Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at 10:37pm by Jessi

Math:Polynomial Functions
That works, but as a trigonometric function and not a polynomial function. I the definition of a polynomial function, the right hand side must be a polynomial, as defined above.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 9:48pm by MathMate

Polynomial Functions-help
What do polynomial functions look like? And what can be consider a polynomial function? Would a graph that is like an upside down V be considered as a graph of a polynomial function?
Friday, October 12, 2007 at 10:50pm by Jessi

Polynomial Functions
What do polynomial functions look like? And what can be consider a polynomial function? Would a graph that is like an upside down V be considered as a graph of a polynomial function?
Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at 9:03pm by Jessi

Math:Polynomial Functions
why would something like y=x^-3 not be a polynomial function?
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 9:48pm by Lena

Math:Polynomial Functions
h(x) = -7x I was thinking that this was not a polynomial function because -7x is just one term making it a monomial but the answer key says it is a polynomial function. Could someone explain why that is so? Thanks :D
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 9:48pm by Lena

Graphing polynomial functions
How do i graph the polynomial function of: f(x)= (x+3)(x+1)(x-2) squared
Saturday, October 20, 2007 at 1:45pm by eric

Polynomial Functions-help
write a polynomial function that has given zeros and has a leading coefficient of 1. 2,i,-i
Friday, October 12, 2007 at 10:50pm by Anonymous

Writing polynomial functions
How to write a polynomial function with the integral coefficients that have the following roots: #1.) 0, -1/2, 6 #2.) + or - 5i
Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 11:59pm by Adam

Math:Polynomial Functions
You have a point, but the definitions are that a monomial has only one term, a binomial has exactly two terms, a trinomial has exactly three terms, and a polynomial has at least one term. Ususally polynomial is used when the number of terms is numerous, unknown or indefinite...
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 9:48pm by MathMate

Graphing polynomial functions
the standard definition of (f+g)(x) = f(x) + g(x) so for your functions (f+g)(x) = (4x^2+9x+2) + (3x-2) simplify this and then follow the same technique for the other two questions, and let me know what you got
Saturday, October 20, 2007 at 1:49pm by Reiny

Math:Polynomial Functions
Thank you :D
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 9:48pm by Lena

Math:Polynomial Functions
You're welcomd!
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 9:48pm by MathMate

Polynomial Functions-help
"poly" is many in Greek and "nomial" means number so a polynomial is 'several terms' In highschool mathematics, a polynomial is an expression made up of two or more terms, where each term has an exponent n, so that n is a whole number. A "graph...
Friday, October 12, 2007 at 10:50pm by Reiny

math
1. The domain of a polynomial is in general ℝ. If a polynomial is divided by another, the zeroes of the denominator must be excluded from the domain, namely ℝ. 2. Find fog and gof, equate the two functions and solve for x. 3. Since g(x) is a constant ...
Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at 9:02pm by MathMate

Math:Polynomial Functions
Yes, the exponents have to be non-negative (i.e. zero allowed, thus constant terms) and integers. x2/3 and x-2 are not polynomials. The definition of a polynomial, as per Wiki, is as follows: "In mathematics, a polynomial is a finite length expression constructed from ...
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 9:48pm by MathMate

algebra
In engineering, many of the transfer functions used in the analysis involve polynomial functions, and one has to analyze for the transfer function poles and zeroes.
Monday, May 19, 2008 at 3:13pm by bobpursley

Math (polynomial functions)
Hi there, Can someone please help me understand the relationship between the FINITE DIFFERENCE and leading coefficient in a polynomial? I need to be able to determine the leading coefficient from a finite difference.
Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 8:36pm by Rumer

Math:Polynomial Functions
must the value of n always be nonnegetive?
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 9:48pm by Lena

Math
Can somebody explain to me how the table of value works for Polynomial Functions? :S
Sunday, September 26, 2010 at 6:46pm by Bobby

math
What conjectures/predictions can you make about polynomial functions whose highest exponent is 6, or 7?
Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 10:26pm by bella

Math:Polynomial Functions
and for something like y=cosx that dosent work cause cos is not a real number?
Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 9:48pm by Lena

Writing polynomial functions
1,2,3
Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 11:59pm by sarah

Math
2-4 paragraphs plus two graphs Details: Many different kinds of data can be modeled using polynomial functions. An example of a polynomial function would be gas mileage for an automobile. If we compare gas mileage at two different speeds, V1 and V2, the gas required varies as...
Monday, January 21, 2008 at 12:07am by Nathan

Polynomial Functions
Could you please check my answers? Find an nth degree polynomial function with real coefficients satisfying the given conditions. 1. n=3; 3 and i are zeros; f(2)=20 -I got: f(x)=-4^3+12x^2-4x+12 3.n=3;4 and i zeros;f(-3)=60 -I got:f(x)=6x^3+24x^2+6x+24
Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at 9:05pm by Soly

composite functions
Since the the domain of the inner function belongs to real numbers(a polynomial) and the new function is also a polynomial...therefore the domain is all real numbers.
Thursday, July 6, 2006 at 7:43pm by JOe

Writing polynomial functions
#1 x(x+ 1/2)(x-6) = 0 Multiply it out to get the (cubic) polynomial. #2 (x- 5i)(x +5i) = 0 Multiply it out and remember that i^2 = -1
Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 11:59pm by drwls

Math
What is an example of two functions that intersect at least twice in the first quadrant but can neither be a polynomial or a "simple" function (i.e., sin(x), e^x)?
Saturday, April 9, 2011 at 8:37pm by Joe Schmo

Polynomial Functions-help
a4b+ a2b3
Friday, October 12, 2007 at 10:50pm by sharmellius banks

Algebra
I am having problems with polynomial functions. f(x)= (x-3)(x+2)(x+4)
Sunday, August 29, 2010 at 5:53pm by Ian

Math ( Polynomial )
If the polynomial, x^4 - 6x^3 + 16x^2 - 25x + 10 is divided by another polynomial x^2 - 2x + k, the remainder comes out to be x + a, find k + a, please work the complete solution instead of giving simply an answer.
Saturday, April 13, 2013 at 11:04am by Jack

Graphing polynomial functions
We will be happy to critique your thinking.
Saturday, October 20, 2007 at 1:49pm by bobpursley

Math
Factor the polynomial x2 + 3x – 18. Which one of the following is a factor? Factor the polynomial 12x2 + 11x – 5 completely. Factor the polynomial 18a2b – 4ab + 10a completely Factor the polynomial 2x2 – 50 completely.
Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 12:51pm by jesus

Math- polynomial functions
5/3 is a single real number (c+1)(c+1) = 0 c = -1 or -1 two identical real roots (vertex of parabola on axis)
Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 6:36pm by Damon

algbra
Evaluate each of the functions below at x = 1, 2, 4, 8, and 16. Plot the graph of each function. Classify each as linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, or logarithmic, and explain the reasons for your classifications. Compare how quickly each function increases, based on...
Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 11:51am by peg

algebra
Evaluate each of the functions below at x = 1, 2, 4, 8, and 16. Plot the graph of each function. Classify each as linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, or logarithmic, and explain the reasons for your classifications. Compare how quickly each function increases, based on...
Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 8:33am by peg

Math- polynomial functions
State the number of complex roots of each equation then find the roots. I cant figure out these two! 1. 3x - 5 =0 2. c^2 + 2c + 1 = 0
Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 6:36pm by Trace

Math-Functions
1)Expand and simplify. Express each equation in standard form. a) f(x) = -2(x-1)(x+4)(x+1)(x-3) b) f(x) = (x+2)(x+1)(x+4) c) f(x) = x(x-6) 2) For each function in question 1. state the degree of the polynomial and identify the type of function
Friday, April 27, 2012 at 5:46pm by sandra

zeros of a polynomial
polynomial is x^3 - x^2 -11x + 15 If 3 is the zero of the polynomial, when you divide this polynomial with x-3, the remainder has to be 0? yes. If y=x^3 - x^2 -11x + 15, when y=0 the roots are on the axis.
Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 6:24pm by Jen

Math
Given the polynomial functions, find the product function and the specified value. Let f(x) = x + 2 and g(x) = x - 10. Find (fg)(x) and (fg)(-5).
Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at 3:30am by Rema

Grade 12 Advanced Functions
The polynomial 2x^3+px^2-x+6 has a remainder of zero when divided by x-2. Calculate p.
Thursday, October 13, 2011 at 8:54am by Rebecca

Calculus
We're learning about different kinds of functions and I don't really understand the difference between rational and algebraic functions. I know that rational functions are functions that are a ratio of two polynomials, and algebraic functions are any functions that can...
Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 11:09am by Kelly

8th Grade Algebra
Multiply. 1) (3t^2 - 2t - 4) * (5t + 9) Writing. 1) Explain why the product of a quadratic polynomial and a linear polynomial must be a cubic polynomial.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at 10:40pm by Bridget

rational functions
If f(x) is a polynomial function, does 1/f(x) always have a horizontal asymptote? Explain why or why not and provide a counterexample if needed.
Saturday, May 2, 2009 at 10:23am by Anonymous

math
hi my name is hedi and i am in serious need with help with some math problems dealing with polynomials can some one please help me? Determine whether each expression is a polynomial. If it is a polynomial, state the degree of the polynomial. (This is the question) 1.5x^3+2xy6^...
Monday, April 28, 2008 at 6:56pm by hedi

Functions-Math
In google type : 2x^3+9x^2+kx-15 is divided by x+5, the remainder is 0 When you see list of results click on Y a h o o! Canada Answers - Polynomial Division Problem? You will see solution with explanation.
Monday, May 7, 2012 at 11:30pm by Bosnian

Math
for simple polynomial functions such as this, just integrate each term so the integral of 2x^3+2x+4 is (2/3)x^3 + x^2 + 4x + C, where C is a constant. always check your answer by differentiating it, in our case we get back the original expression.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 9:11pm by Reiny

Precalculus
Estimate the instanteous rate of change f(x) = x/(x+5) at (-3, -3/2) Could someone explain this question to me, this isn't exactly the same as polynomial functions >.<
Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 9:31pm by Casey

math
1.binomial 2.degree of monomial 3.monomial 4.perfect-square trinomial 5.standard form of polynomial A.a polynomial with two terms B.a polynomial in which the terms decrease in degree from left to right and there are no like terms C.a polynomial whith two identical binomal ...
Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at 10:10pm by ed

Math: Polynomial inequalities
Show all work solve the Math: Polynomial inequality and express the solution in set notation. 2t^2 - 3 < or = to t
Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 3:34pm by Anonymous

Math
blank is a polynomial, you would write the polynomial as a product of factors?
Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at 10:35pm by Ebony white

math
Factor each polynomial completely, if a polynomial is prime say so 9x^2+4y^2
Monday, March 9, 2009 at 6:57pm by Debbie

math
Factor each polynomial, if possible. If the polynomial cannot be factored, write prime. 15b^2-24bf
Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 8:12pm by Melea

Math
What answers this definition: A polynomial, you would write the polynomial as a product of factors.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at 10:43pm by Megan Ruff

math
Find a polynomial with integer coefficients such that (sqrt3 + sqrt5) is a root of the polynomial
Sunday, March 7, 2010 at 8:57pm by nancy

math
Find a polynomial with integer coefficients such that (sqrt3 + sqrt5) is a root of the polynomial
Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 10:43pm by nancy

functions
Suppose p (x) is a polynomial with real coefficients and p (4 + 9i)=0. What is p(4-9i)?
Monday, November 17, 2008 at 10:45pm by jerson

Calculus
If polynomial functions f(x) and g(x) satisfy d/dx {f(x)g(x)}=2x , f(0)=−3 , and g(0)=3,what is f(10)g(10) ?
Monday, May 13, 2013 at 4:14pm by Tony

Math
The technique of writing a polynomial as a product of factors starting from the terms of a polynomial is called factorization.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at 10:43pm by MathMate

Math
What is the basic principle that can be used to simplify a polynomial? What is the relevance of the order of operations in simplifying a polynomial
Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 7:20pm by Anonymous

Math
the discriminant= b2-4ac a=1 b=-5 c=6 25-4(1)(6)=1 Since 1 > 0, the polynomial has two real roots, if the discriminant = 0, the polynomial has one real root, and if it's < 0, the polynomial has no real roots
Sunday, May 16, 2010 at 10:34pm by Jen

algebra
can some one please help figure this problem out Determine whether each expression is a polynomial.If it is a polynomial, state the degree of the polynomial. 5x^3+2xy^4+6xy can someone please help me
Monday, April 28, 2008 at 9:01pm by meika

math
Consider the polynomial x^3 + 6x^2 + 3x - 10. Without dividing, or graphing, which two of (x+2), (x-2), (x+1), and (x-1) must be factors of the polynomial? Why/how do you know?
Sunday, March 27, 2011 at 3:57pm by Dan

algebra!!!! please help me!!!!
A number is called algebraic if there is a polynomial with rational coefficients for which the number is a root. For example, √2 is algebraic because it is a root of the polynomial x^2−2. The number √(2+√3+√5)is also algebraic ...
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 9:08am by bob

MathLog#4
I think rational functions are ratios of polynomials, so forget the e^-x and just use 1/[(x+3)(x)(x-2)] or, the numerator could be any polynomial of degree less than 3. It will still approach y=0 as x gets large.
Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 5:13pm by Steve

calculus wxmaxima
Exactly! Repeat all the steps for the polynomial. Since the two functions are to be integrated within the same interval, you are better off doing them separately.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 at 6:59pm by MathMate

Functions in Math
Im looking at internet sites and Im not quite understanding functions. I have a question like; A function f(x) has the properties i) f(1) = 1 ii) f(2x) = 4f(x)+6 Could you help me out. I know nothing about functions.
Monday, October 15, 2007 at 3:54pm by Lena

Math
Put P(x) = ax^3 - x^2 + 2x + b Then P(x) = Q(x)(x-1) + 10 And P(x) = R(x)(x-2) + 51 For certain (second degree) polynomials Q(x) and R(x). This means that: P(1) = 10 And P(2) = 51 So we have: a + b = 9 8 a + b = 51 Solution: a = 6 and b = 3 In the second problem one has to ...
Tuesday, January 8, 2008 at 9:03pm by Count Iblis

Math
Consider the polynomial f(x) = 2x^3 – 3x^2 – 8x – 3. (a) By using the Rational Zero Theorem, list all possible rational zeros of the given polynomial. (b) Find all of the zeros of the given polynomial. Be sure to show work, explaining how you have found them.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at 1:21am by Carmin

Calculus
Hint: Rational functions (where the denominator is a polynomial) have discontinuities when the denominator vanishes (=0). This is where we find vertical asymptotes.
Saturday, September 8, 2012 at 12:38pm by MathMate

algebra
Consider the polynomial f(x) = 3x3 – 2x2 – 7x – 2. (a) By using the Rational Zero Theorem, list all possible rational zeros of the given polynomial. (b) Find all of the zeros of the given polynomial. Be sure to show work, explaining how you have found them.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010 at 12:48am by Math is hard!

algebra
Consider the polynomial f(x) = 3x3 – 2x2 – 7x – 2. (a) By using the Rational Zero Theorem, list all possible rational zeros of the given polynomial. (b) Find all of the zeros of the given polynomial. Be sure to show work, explaining how you have found them.
Monday, November 22, 2010 at 6:18am by Math Loser :(

math
Look at this trinomial 32a^4 + 18a^3 - 12a Write the polynomial as the product of the GCF of all its terms and a polynomial PLEase explain thanks
Monday, April 18, 2011 at 7:50pm by Karen

pre-calculus
find a bound on the real zeros of the polynomial functions. f(x)=x^4+7x^3-x-2 every real zero of f lies between - ? and ?
Monday, October 1, 2012 at 11:57pm by ladybug

Graphing polynomial functions
Given f(x)= 4x^2=9x+2 and g(x)=3x-2, find and simplify the following: (f+g)(x) (fg)(x) (f-g)(3) I have a few other problems i need help with too so if you want to lend me a hand let me know.
Saturday, October 20, 2007 at 1:49pm by eric

Math
it is a polynomial because it is a sum of terms which are coefficients times x^n where n can be any old whole numbers Since the highest n in this expression is three it is called a cubic polynomial
Thursday, May 31, 2012 at 6:45pm by Damon

Math-divide Polynomial
take a look at calc101 . com There's a section on polynomial long division, which shows all the intermediate steps involved.
Monday, May 7, 2012 at 9:45pm by Steve

advance functions
Determine the values of a M and N , so that the polynomial 2x^3+mx^2+nx-3 and X^3-3mx^2+2nx+4 are both divisible by x-2. I am so lost, i do not know how to start this problem! please help i have a test soon!
Sunday, February 27, 2011 at 6:46pm by rani

math
Yes it is a polynomial, because each term qualifies as a monomial, composed of the product of one or more non-negative integer powers of variables multiplied by a coefficient which is a real number or a constant. Example: 4x^2 + 2x + 3 is a polynomial 4√x + 2x is NOT...
Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at 7:30pm by MathMate

math
Eight types of functions are graphed and explained at this tutorial site: http://www.analyzemath.com/Graph-Basic-Functions/Graph-Basic-Functions.html There is a place to click on the page to get it to work interactively. I don't know what you mean by Parents graphs.
Monday, May 12, 2008 at 10:22pm by drwls

Math urgent
Find a degree 6 polynomial with - 8 as a root, no other roots, and in which the coefficient of x^6 is 16. Assume that all (non-constant) factors of the polynomial correspond to real zeroes.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at 9:48pm by Eileen

Calculus
Vertical asymptotes are typically present in functions with a polynomial denominator. The vertical asymptote is located where the value of x is such that the denominator is zero. If the denominator is not a polynomial, the same applies whenever the denominator becomes zero. To...
Monday, October 12, 2009 at 7:07pm by MathMate

Math - polynomial function
Write a polynomial function with integral coefficients having the given roots. 1.) 0, -1/2, 6 2.) +or- 5i
Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 9:03pm by Jason

Algebra
If 3 is a zero of the polynomial f(x), then which of the following is NOT necessarily true? A. (x – 3) is a factor of the polynomial f(x). B. 3 is a solution of the equation f(x) = 0. C. (3, 0) is an x-intercept for f. D. (0, 3) is a y-intercept for f.
Monday, November 22, 2010 at 6:22am by Math is hard!

math
When a polynomial is divided by (x+2), the remainder is -19. When the same polynomial is divided by (x-1), the remainder is 2. Determine the remainder when the polynomial is divided by (x-1)(x+2).
Friday, October 12, 2012 at 7:39pm by KnowsNothing

algebra
Use synthetic division to divide the polynomial 2x3 – 45x + 28 by x + 5, and write the quotient polynomial and the remainder. [Be careful – notice that there is no x2 term.]. Show work.
Monday, November 22, 2010 at 6:17am by Math Loser :(

math test
Hi! I have a math test coming up tomorrow, and I need to prepare. but,i dont know how I should. . . any help would be great. she told us to: Be prepared to identify and explain functions, linear functions and proportional functions. Be prepared to use the new function notation...
Thursday, October 11, 2007 at 9:39pm by Keon

Math
The domain and range of a polynomial are both (-∞∞). Evaluate y=0.5 f(3(x-4)) -1 If y is still a polynomial, then ...
Thursday, September 30, 2010 at 11:13pm by MathMate

polynomials
No to both questions. A polynomial is a sum of at least one integer power of x (or other unknown), each multiplied by a constant. '9' is simply a constant. 2^x is a power of 2, not a power of x. Is 9 a polynomial? Is 2^x a polynomial?
Sunday, January 7, 2007 at 7:43pm by drwls

Math Algebra
Determine whether the expression is a polynomial, if it is state how many terms and variables the polynomial contains. then state the degree 7x^2+3x+3
Sunday, June 10, 2012 at 11:51pm by Adriana

Math
Determine whether the expression is a polynomial, if it is state how many terms and variables the polynomial contains. state the degree -4x-2y-1 the -2 and -1 are above the Y
Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at 1:21pm by Adriana

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