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Title: Polynomial and Rational Functions Course: Pre-Calculus CP Polynomial functions are functions with multiple terms of varying degree, and rational functions are functions with the variable in the denominator. My students will be able to find the roots and zeros of polynomial, radical, and rational functions. They will be able to factor and graph different examples of these functions and find best fit regression models for data. These problems are the building blocks for higher-level math concepts, and can be used to bring a graphical approach to real-world data. I think technology is a necessity when teaching this topic in order to engage students in discovering theorems and patterns on their own. I will be using graphing calculators and Geogebra to facilitate this.
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