Algebra II End of Course Exam Answer Key
Segment I
Scientific Calculator Only
,Question 1
Reporting Category: Algebraic Concepts & Procedures
Common Core Standard: A-APR.3: Identify zeros of polynomials when suitable
factorizations are available, and use the zeros to construct a rough graph of the function
defined by the polynomial.
Scoring Rubric:
3 points
For this item, the response correctly
identifies all 3 zeros.
2 points
For this item, the response correctly
identifies 2 of 3 zeros.
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,1 point
For this item, the response correctly
identifies 1 of 3 zeros.
Sample Correct Answer:
Explanation of Correct Answer:
The equation can be factored as shown.
From these factors, it is apparent that the zeros of the polynomial are x = –1,
x = 1, and x = 3.
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, Question 2
Reporting Category: Algebraic Concepts & Procedures
Common Core Standard: A-REI.2: Solve simple rational and radical equations in one
variable, and give examples showing how extraneous solutions may arise.
Scoring Rubric:
1 point
For this item, the response correctly
identifies the value.
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Segment I
Scientific Calculator Only
,Question 1
Reporting Category: Algebraic Concepts & Procedures
Common Core Standard: A-APR.3: Identify zeros of polynomials when suitable
factorizations are available, and use the zeros to construct a rough graph of the function
defined by the polynomial.
Scoring Rubric:
3 points
For this item, the response correctly
identifies all 3 zeros.
2 points
For this item, the response correctly
identifies 2 of 3 zeros.
Page 2 of 93
,1 point
For this item, the response correctly
identifies 1 of 3 zeros.
Sample Correct Answer:
Explanation of Correct Answer:
The equation can be factored as shown.
From these factors, it is apparent that the zeros of the polynomial are x = –1,
x = 1, and x = 3.
Page 3 of 93
, Question 2
Reporting Category: Algebraic Concepts & Procedures
Common Core Standard: A-REI.2: Solve simple rational and radical equations in one
variable, and give examples showing how extraneous solutions may arise.
Scoring Rubric:
1 point
For this item, the response correctly
identifies the value.
Page 4 of 93