For the polynomial function p(x) = x² + 2x³ − 9x² − 8x + 20: (a) Identify the domain, range, and end behavior of the function. (b) Apply the Rational Root Theorem. (c) Apply Descartes' Rue of Signs. (d) Use the remainder and factor theorems to factor the polynomial completely. (e) Find all zeros, including complex zeros.

For the polynomial function p(x) = x² + 2x³ − 9x² − 8x + 20: (a) Identify the domain, range, and end behavior of the function. (b) Apply the Rational Root Theorem. (c) Apply Descartes' Rue of Signs. (d) Use the remainder and factor theorems to factor the polynomial completely. (e) Find all zeros, including complex zeros.

Algebra and Trigonometry (MindTap Course List)

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305071742

Author:James Stewart, Lothar Redlin, Saleem Watson

Publisher:James Stewart, Lothar Redlin, Saleem Watson

Chapter3: Polynomial And Rational Functions

Section3.4: Real Zeros Of Polynomials

Problem 1E: If the polynomial function Px=anxn+an-1xn-1++a1x+a0 has integer coefficients, then the only numbers...

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