Learn about polynomial functions and their properties.
Example: The standard form of a polynomial is f(x) = axโฟ + bxโฟโปยน + ... + c.
Step 1: Identify the degree and leading coefficient.
Step 2: Determine end behavior based on degree.
Step 3: Find the zeros and graph the function.
What is the degree of the polynomial f(x) = 3xโต - 2xยฒ + 7?
Understand how to work with rational functions and their asymptotes.
Example: A rational function is a ratio of two polynomials, f(x) = (xยฒ - 1) / (x - 1).
Step 1: Identify the numerator and denominator.
Step 2: Find vertical and horizontal asymptotes.
Step 3: Determine the domain and intercepts.
What is the vertical asymptote of f(x) = 1 / (x - 3)?
Learn the properties of sine, cosine, and tangent functions.
Example: The unit circle helps define sine, cosine, and tangent.
Step 1: Identify key points on the unit circle.
Step 2: Use SOH-CAH-TOA to evaluate functions.
Step 3: Graph transformations of trigonometric functions.
What is sin(30ยฐ)?
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