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Math 169 (Fifth Edition): Test for Chapter 4


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4.1 Introduction

What is the degree of each of the following polynomials?
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Arrange the following polynomial in descending order.

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4.2 Addition and Subtraction of Polynomials: Simplify your answers

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4.3 Multiplication of Polynomials: Simplify your answers.

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4.4 Special Products: Use a rule or formula to simplify each of the following products:

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4.5 Factoring Polynomials: Completely factor each of the following:

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4.6 Perfect Squares and Completing the Square

____________________ 21. Find the middle term (m) for which is a perfect square trinomial.
____________________ 22. Find the value of the third term (k) for which is a perfect square trinomial.
____________________ 23. Convert the binomial to a perfect square trinomial by adding the proper constant. Then factor the resulting trinomial into the square of a binomial. Write your answer in the form:   (x+a)2.

4.7 Sums or Differences of Two Squares or Two Cubes: Factor each of the following:

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©Roger M. Palay
Saline, MI 48176
October, 1999