MA.912.AR.6.3

Explain and apply theorems for polynomials to solve mathematical and real-world problems.

Examples

Write a polynomial function that has the zeroes 5 and 2+i.

Clarifications

Clarification 1: Theorems include the Factor Theorem and the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra.
General Information
Subject Area: Mathematics (B.E.S.T.)
Grade: 912
Strand: Algebraic Reasoning
Status: State Board Approved

Related Courses

This benchmark is part of these courses.
1202340: Precalculus Honors (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 - 2024, 2024 and beyond (current))

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Lesson Plans

Algebra made fundamental:

This lesson introduces students to the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. Polynomials that are not in factored form will be limited to quadratic and cubic polynomials.

Type: Lesson Plan

Where did the answers go? Oh, they're imaginary!:

In this lesson, students will solve quadratic equations with imaginary (complex) solutions and be facilitated in the discovery of the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra.

Type: Lesson Plan

Perspectives Video: Teaching Idea

Multiplying Polynomials:

Unlock an effective teaching strategy for teaching multiplying polynomials in this Teacher Perspectives video for educators.

Type: Perspectives Video: Teaching Idea

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