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This unit looks at polynomials and polynomials expressions in different ways. Polynomial attributes such as maximum or minimum and zeros can be found by graphing. The process of finite differences in a polynomial can also be used to possibly find a model for data. Activities also include factoring expressions.

Algebra 2: Polynomials Activities

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Exploring Polynomials: Factors, Roots, and Zeros Investigate graphical and algebraic representations of a polynomial function and its linear factors. Standards \| Textbook	5442	19
Finite Differences Investigate the sets of finite differences for linear and quadratic functions. Standards \| Textbook	4543	14
Factoring Trinomials Discover how the coefficients of a given trinomial affect the factors. Standards \| Textbook	4807	13
Sums and Difference of Cubes Factor expressions that are either the sum of cubes or the difference of cubes. Standards \| Textbook	4547	13
Application of Polynomials Students use the volume formula to find cubic polynomials in order to determine the dimensions of four different-size boxes used for packaging trash bags. Standards \| Textbook	5262	36
Watch Your P' and Q's Students use the Rational Zero Theorem to find all rational zeros of a polynomial. Standards \| Textbook	4675	13
Elliptical Orbits This lesson involves generating equations of best fit for an ellipse. Standards \| Textbook	2171	14
The Painted Cube This lesson involves having the students hypothesize about the different relationships that exist between the size of the cube and the number of cubes that have paint on one, two, three, and zero faces. In order to help students visualize the problem, interlocking cubes could be made available. Standards \| Textbook	2149	11

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