Math 143 Exam 2 Content

Polynomials
1. Answer the following questions about a factored polynomial function:
a. Quadrants in which the curve begins and ends
b. Y-intercept
c. X-intercepts and whether the curve crosses or touches at these intercepts
d. Maximum number of turning points

2. Find the following for a rational function and then graph the function:
a. Domain
b. Intercepts
c. Symmetry
d. Vertical Asymptotes and/or holes
e. Horizontal/Oblique Asymptotes

3. Find all the complex zeros of a polynomial by going through these steps:
a. Number of zeros
b. Quadrants
c. Y-intercept
d. Possible Rational Zeros
e. Number of Positive Real Zeros
f. Number of Negative Real Zeros
g. Zeros Found on your calculator
h. Synthetic division using real zeros found on your calculator
i. Factored Form
j. Zeros

4. Solve Polynomial and Rational Inequalities and give your answer in interval form.