MHF4U1-POLYNOMIAL FUNCTIONS RETAKE TEST

NAME:______________________
K 42 C 16 A 20 T 10
Part 1: Quick Properties

True/False [1 Mark each KNOWLEDGE

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

____ 1. Even degree functions can be symmetrical about the y-axis. [ Draw an example /1 COMMUNICATE]

____ 2. Odd-degree polynomials have at least one x-intercept. [Draw one example /1 COMMUNICATE]

____ 3. The graph of a quartic [degree four] function cannot have exactly three x-intercepts. [Draw an example /1
COMMUNCIATE]

Multiple Choice [ 1 mark each KNOWLEDGE]

Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.

_____ 4. An equation representing a function that extends from quadrant 2 to quadrant 1 is

a. y = x3 c. y = 2x6
b. y = –2x5
d. y = –5x4
____ 5. An equation representing a function that extends from quadrant 3 to quadrant 4 is
a. y = x3 + 7x – 1 c. y = 2x6 – 4x3
b. y = –2x + x – 1
5
d. y = –5x4 – 2x2 – 1
____ 6. The degree of the polynomial function y = x3 – 2x2 + 5x – 1 is and it’s end behavior is
a. 3, quadrant 3 to quadrant 1 c. 5, quadrant 2, to quadrant 4
b. 4, quadrant 2 to quadrant 1 d. 6, quadrant 3 to quadrant 4
___ 7. The graph of the polynomial function y = –2x(x –1)2(x – 2)2 extends from
a. quadrant 3 to quadrant 1 c. quadrant 2 to quadrant 1
b. quadrant 3 to quadrant 4 d. quadrant 2 to quadrant 4

____ 8. Which of the following is a polynomial function?

a. y = sin x c. y = 3x
b. y = cos x d. y = x3

Part 2: Factoring
1. Factor fully each equation and solve. Make a conclusion with the respective co-ordinates that
represent your answer. [COMMNICATE 4 marks]

a) x3-1=0 [5 marks] b) 3x4+11x2+6=0 [6 marks]

c) 3x 4 − 18 x 3 + x − 6 =0 [6 marks]
Part 3: Consolidate

1. For function F(x) = x(x-4)2 , complete the following consolidate.

2. Determine simplified form of the function you created. [3 K]

3. Create a table of values model for your function below. You are not required to show
EVERY STEP. [1/2 MARK EACH POINT KNOWLEGDE]

X Y
-4
-3
-2
-1
0
1
2
3
4

4. Using the table of values above confirm the degree of your function [4 APPLICATION]
5. Solve the correct simplified form of your function USING THE TABLE OF VALUES. You
do not need to repeat step 4 but may continue from there. [16 APPLICATION; 4
COMMUNICATION]
6. Using equation from step 2 or 5 (SIMPLIFIED FORM) fully factor using synthetic division
at least once (FACTOR THEROEM).
[8 KNOWLEDGE; 1 COMMUNICATE]

7. PROVIDE A DETAILED GRAPH OF YOUR FUNCTION. [Show zoomed in scale, all

intercepts, estimate max min (if applicable), if no max min show two points right and left of
your zero, label axis, end behavior] [ 4 COMMUNCIATE final graph; calculations of points
/2 KNOWLEDGE]

Calculations

Graph on your own page. Use the entire page, and attach to test when submitting.
 8. Provide a real-life model of your function [ BONUS + 2 marks]

Part 4: Making Connections

1. For function above, explain what the MINIMUM DEGREE OF THE FUNCTION CAN BE
using following properties [6 THINKING]

1) # of max , min
2) # of zeros and their order [assume lowest order like we talked in class]
3) Come up with a possible function for the graph by calculating a value from factored
form.
NEXT TWO QUESTIONS (pick on of your choice and complete)

2. For functions P(x)=x^3-4x provide two ways you can check that (x-2) is a factor.
Show you work for full marks. [ THINKING 4 marks each]

3. Find value of m if 2x-1 is a FACTOR of 2x3+mx2-1. [THINKING 4 marks]