The greater the degree, the more solutions to find! Individuals find the real solutions from a graph and use the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra to find the remaining factors. 

Concepts

fundamental theorem of algebra, solving equations, polynomial equations, complex numbers, complex roots

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use a graphing calculator to identify the real zeros of the polynomial function

Classroom Considerations

• Background knowledge should include polynomial division
• Lesson continues from the previous lessons in a 42-part series

Pros

• Includes suggestions for differentiation throughout the lesson
• Provides worked-out solutions for each example

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSN-CN.C.7 HSN-CN.C.9 HSA-REI.B.4.a MP3 MP8