To list: The possible rational roots of equation and then determine the rational roots.
Answer to Problem 12E
Possible rational roots:
Rational roots: 1, 2
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Calculation:
Since leading coefficient is 1, rational root theorem says that possible rational roots are factors of free coefficient.
These are factors of coefficient
Pluck these numbers into equation. If the result is 0, than that number is rational root.
Possible rational roots:
Rational roots: 1, 2
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