5-1 Learning Targets

I can recall the seven properties of exponents and give an example of each one.

I can simplify monomials using the seven properties of exponents.

I can state the degree of a polynomial.

I can add, subtract and multiply polynomials.

5-2 Learning Targets

I can divide a polynomial by a monomial.

I can perform polynomial long division.

I understand how to handle remainders and missing terms when performing polynomial long division.

I know when to apply and can perform synthetic division.

5-3 Learning Targets

I can find the degree and leading coefficient of a polynomial in one variable.

I can evaluate a polynomial function using both a numeric value and an expression.

I can describe the end-behavior of polynomials.

5-4 Learning Targets

I can approximate the zeros and relative extrema of a polynomial using a table of values and a graph of the polynomial.

I can use graphing technology to find the relative extrema of a polynomial.

5-5 Learning Targets

I can determine prime polynomials and factor polynomials, including using the sum and difference of cubes.

I can solve a higher degree polynomial by factoring.

I can write a polynomial in quadratic form.

I can solve a higher degree polynomial using the quadratic form technique.

I can solve real-world problems involving higher degree polynomials.

5-6 Learning Target

I can find the remaining factors of a polynomial given a factor of the polynomial.

5-7 Learning Targets

I can state the number and types of roots for a polynomial equation, including using Descartes Rule of Signs.

I can write a polynomial equation of least degree given the roots of the polynomial.

5-8 Learning Targets

I can identify all possible rational zeros of a polynomial.

I can find the rational zeros of a polynomial.

I can find all zeros of a polynomial.