Polynomial Function ReviewGraphs

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Polynomial Function Review-Graphs

• Presented By
• Heather Bergman

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Activity Purpose

• Review properties of functions pertaining to
  their graphs
• Degree of Polynomial
• Leading Coefficient
• Maximum/Minimum Points
• End Behavior

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Getting Ready/Supplies

• Use of several computer workstations
• Overhead templates for each group to record and
  present findings
• Small group arrangement

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The Website

• http//id.mind.net/zona/mmts/functionInstitute/po
  lynomialFunctions/graphs/polynomialFunctionGraphs.
  html

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The graph changes as the student moves the slide
bars for each coefficient.
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Student Activity
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Sample Response
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Summary/Practice
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Guiding Questions

• Compare graphs
• Will a fourth degree polynomial always have three
  turning points?
• What would you expect. . .
• How does changing the sign of the leading
  coefficient alter the graph?
• What role does the constant play?

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Reflection

• Time Constraints
• Computer availability
• Some students may finish quickly if this is
  expanded into a longer time frame