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Everyday Uses of polynomials

Lacey Clark

Gregory Fenech

Data Set 1 / Group 2

Lacey Clark

Gregory Fenech

What are polynomials?

Introduction

A polynomial is an expression that is made up of exponents, variables, and constants. All of the components are combined using subtraction, division, and multiplication and are used to express numbers. Polynomials are found everywhere. For example, you use polynomials in many occupations including, Roller coaster engineering, civil engineering, and economist use polynomials every day! A couple examples of how polynomials outside the workplace include, calculating traffic patterns, electronics, and even budgeting.

Examples

Roller Coaster Engineer

Traffic Patterns

When planning a roller coaster, engineers use polynomials to model the curves of the ride as well as other design features.

When creating traffic control, engineers can use a polynomial graph to visualize and predict future traffic patterns. This is essential for creating safe and efficient road systems.

Economist

Civil Engineer

Economists may use polynomial graphs in order to visualize economic growth patterns. The economists can then use the best fit curve to predict the future state of the economy.

When designing roads, buildings, and other forms of infrastructure, it is essential to use polynomials to design curves for roads. They can also be used to blueprint curves for bridges and arches found in buildings.

Electronics

Budgeting

Polynomial equations are used vastly within the field of electronics. For example, the equation for voltage states that voltage is equal to the current times the resistance (V=IR). This is a linear polynomial.

When financially planning for a certain situation, it can be very useful to know how much money you would need to earn over a period of time. Polynomials can be used to plan the amount of money needed by a designated amount of time.

Summary

Summary

In conclusion, polynomials are expressions that use variables, constants, and exponents, along with multiplications, addition, and subtraction to express numbers. As we discussed, polynomials are used just about everywhere in the workplace and in your personal life. Many engineers use polynomials as well as economists. Polynomials are also used when creating your budgets for the week and to control the traffic patterns as your driving.

References

References

  • https://prezi.com/yipjmwht42a5/polynomials-used-in-everyday-life/#:~:text=People%20use%20polynomials%20in%20their,in%20marketing%20%2C%20finance%20%2C%20stocks%20.
  • https://sciencing.com/everyday-use-polynomials-6319219.html
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