Indicate whether the expression defines a polynomial function. P(x) = -x2 + 6x + 4 O polynomial O not a polynomial If it is a polynomial function, identify the following. (If it is not a polynomial function, enter DNE for all three answers.) (a) Identify the leading coefficient. (b) Identify the constant term. (c) State the degree.

Indicate whether the expression defines a polynomial function. P(x) = -x2 + 6x + 4 O polynomial O not a polynomial If it is a polynomial function, identify the following. (If it is not a polynomial function, enter DNE for all three answers.) (a) Identify the leading coefficient. (b) Identify the constant term. (c) State the degree.

College Algebra

1st Edition

ISBN:9781938168383

Author:Jay Abramson

Publisher:Jay Abramson

Chapter5: Polynomial And Rational Functions

Section5.2: Power Functions And Polynomial Functions

Problem 5SE: What can we conclude if, in general, the graph of apolynomial function exhibits the following...

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