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Solving Polynomial Equations using Technology
Question 2 of 10 • Mathematics III A
A polynomial function has a root of –5 with multiplicity 3, a root of 1 with multiplicity 2, and a root of 3 with multiplicity 7. If the function has a negative leading coefficient and is of even degree, which statement about the graph is true?
Answer
A
The graph of the function is positive on (, –5).
B
The graph of the function is negative on (–5, 3).C
The graph of the function is positive on (, 1).
D
The graph of the function is negative on (3, ).