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Not quite.
The point at infinity cannot be regarded as a maximum since the value will continue to increase asymptotically. As a result no polynomial of odd degree can have a maximum.
Only polynomials of an even degree whose leading coefficient is negative will have a global maximum.
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All polynomials have at least one minimum?
No. For example all polynomials of the form y=xn (or sums of such positive terms) where n is a positive odd number do not have a minimum.
How can you get help with polynomials and other Algebraic problems?
The best way to get help with understanding Algebraic problems on WikiAnswers is to ask a question about a specific type of problem. For example, if you want to know how to multiply polynomials, you could ask "What are the steps needed to multiply polynomials?" There are also some excellent websites that show all the steps to take to solve specific problems. Please see the Related Links below to go to one or more of those websites.
What is the median mode and range in math?
the median is when you put all the numbers in order from least to greatest and find the middle one the mode is the number that occurs most often and the range is the difference between the minimum and the maximum
Do all rational equations have a single solution?
Not all rational equations have a single solution but can have more than one because of having polynomials. All rational equations do have solutions that cannot fulfill the answer.
Can a triangle have all obtuse angles?
No. A triangle can have a maximum of one obtuse angle.
