Original PromptCreate a two part assignment explaining how to determine the degree of a polynomial when written in standard form and factored form for part one. Give multiple examples of each including polynomials factored form that have a leading coefficient and of a simple integer and with a variable x such as “3x,” the student needs to know to could the variable x as part of the degree. Allow a brief practice of 3 of each type of function. In the second part of the assignment students will determine the en...
This resource focuses on understanding polynomial degrees and their end behavior. It aims to help students determine the degree of polynomial functions in both standard and factored forms and predict their end behavior using formal limit notation. Through explicit goals, learning objectives, and success criteria, students will learn to identify the highest exponent in standard form and sum exponents in factored form. The document includes examples for calculating degrees, explanations for using limit notation to describe end behavior, and practice problems ranging from guided to independent practice. Additionally, it features error analysis tasks to correct common misconceptions about polynomial behavior and challenge tasks for deeper understanding.