The polynomial of degree 4, P(x), has a root of multiplicity 2 at x=1 and roots of multiplicity 1 at x=0 and x=−1. It goes through the point (5,240). Find a formula for P(x). P(x)=

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The polynomial of degree 4, P(x), has a root of multiplicity 2 at x=1 and roots of multiplicity 1 at x=0 and x=−1. It goes through the point (5,240).

Find a formula for P(x).
P(x)= 

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