Concept explainers
To describe: Several methods to find the rational zeros of a polynomial function.
Answer to Problem 4CFU
We would use the Rational Root Theorem first because we need to identify the possible roots of the polynomial function.
Explanation of Solution
Given information: rational zeros of a polynomial function
Calculation:
- Rational Root Theorem
- Integral Root Theorem
- Descartes’ Rule of signs
We would use the Rational Root Theorem first because we need to identify the possible roots of the polynomial function.
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