Exercises for Tutorial 35

Given the polynomial function

a) use the Leading Coefficient Test to determine the graph’s end behavior

b) find the x-intercepts (or zeros) and state whether the graph crosses the x-axis or touches the x-axis and turns around at each x-intercept

c) find the y-intercept 

d) determine the symmetry of the graph

e) indicate the maximum possible turning points

f) graph

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