Examples For Section 3.2

For each of the polynomial functions given below do the following:

1)  Factor the polynomial

2)  Find the x-intercepts (if there are any)

3)  Find the y-intercept

4)  Determine the end behavior of the graph

5)  Determine the maximum possible number of "turning points"

6)  Attempt to construct a "complete graph" with the help of your graphing calculator

Example 1

This is an even function that is symmetric about the y-axis.

Example 2

This function is not even or odd and is not symmetric about the y-axis or the origin.

Example 3

This is an odd function that is symmetric about the origin.

Example 4

This function is not even or odd and is not symmetric about the y-axis or the origin.

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