Outcomes
In this lesson you will learn
- to find the equation of a polynomial function from using known points on the function
By the end of this section students will be able to:
- analyze relations, functions and their graphs
- use tables and graphs as tools to interpret expressions
- analyze and solve polynomial, rational, irrational, absolute value and trigonometric equations
- analyze and solve polynomial, rational, irrational and absolute inequalities
- model real-world phenomena with a variety of functions/relations
- determine the equations of polynomial and rational functions
- factor polynomial equations
Prerequisites
To be successful in this lesson, it would be helpful to know the following:
- how to solve a system of equations
- how to work with matrices on the TI-83 calculator
- how to solve polynomial equations using a variety of techniques
- how to sketch graphs of polynomial functions