Finding All Coefficients of a Polynomial with One Calculation.

Satianov, Pavel

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ERIC Number: EJ668657

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Publication Date: 2003

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Finding All Coefficients of a Polynomial with One Calculation.

Satianov, Pavel

Mathematics Teacher, v96 n2 p117-19 Feb 2003

The values of a polynomial with integer coefficients can be computed using a graphing calculator, but it is impossible to see the formula itself. Suggests finding this formula from numerical data and describes the unusual way to solve this problem with one calculation only. (Author/NB)

Descriptors: Algebra, Graphing Calculators, Mathematics Education, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Thinking Skills

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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