Polynomials

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How Do You Factor a Polynomial Using Sum of Cubes?

Factoring a binomial involving addition? Can you rewrite each term as a cubed expression? Then you have a sum of cubes problem! Learn how to identify and factor a sum of cubes problem by watching this tutorial.
How Do You Find the Degree of a Polynomial?

Terms and polynomials can't run a fever, but they do have degrees! This tutorial will tell you all about the degree of a term and of a polynomial and will show you how to find it!
How Do You Do Long Division With Polynomials?

Dividing polynomials? Use long division! Follow along as this tutorial shows you how to perform long division with polynomial. Check it out!
How Do You Solve a Polynomial Equation by Rewriting it in Quadratic Form?

Some polynomial equations that look tough can be rewritten in a quadratic form and then solved by methods that you have used before. This tutorial will show you how!
How Do You Find All the Rational Zeros of a Polynomial Function?

Polynomial functions with integer coefficients may have rational roots. The Rational Root Theorem lets you determine the possible candidates quickly and easily! Watch the video to learn more.
How Do You Find All the Zeros of a Polynomial Function with Imaginary Zeros?

Not all zeros of a polynomial function are necessarily rational. Using synthetic division to test possible zeros can lead to the bonus of a factoring of the polynomial. From there you may be able to use methods for quadratic equations to find those imaginary roots. If they exist!
What is the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra?

Does every polynomial function have a solution? The answer can be found through the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra! This tutorial introduces you to the theorem and explains how its meaning.
What is a Polynomial Function?

Polynomial functions all have the same general form, but come in many varieties. You can categorize them based on their degree and the number of terms they have. Check out this video to learn more!
What are the Roots, or Zeros of a Polynomial Function?

Knowing the roots, or zeros, of a function can help you graph it. The degree of a polynomial function determines the number of roots it has. Watch the video to learn more!
What is Synthetic Division?

Tired of all of those variables in your polynomial division problems? Throw them out with synthetic division! Watch the video to learn how.
What is the Rational Zero Theorem?

This is a handy method for finding the rational roots, or zeros, of a polynomial function. You can use the coefficient of the highest-degree term and the value of the constant to determine all of the possible rational roots or zeros. Watch the video to learn more.
What is the Factor Theorem?

Trying to figure out if a given binomial is a factor of a certain polynomial? This tutorial can help you find the answer! Follow along to learn about the Factor Theorem and how it can be used to find the factors and zeros of a polynomial.
How Do You Add Polynomials Vertically?

Want to see how to add two polynomials vertically? Then this tutorial is for you! In this tutorial, you'll see the steps you need to follow in order to add polynomials vertically.