Polynomials and Polynomial Functions

At the end of the unit students will be able to:

• multiply and divide monomials
• use expressions written in scientific notation
• add and subtract polynomials, multiply polynomials
• divide polynomials using long division
• divide polynomials using synthetic division
• factor polynomials
• simplify polynomial quotients by factoring
• solve equations using the Rational Root Theorem
• use the Conjugate Root Theorem
• understand Descartes’ Rule of Signs and how it helps find potential real solutions
• use the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra to solve polynomial equations with complex solutions