2-4 Zeros of Polynomial Functions

2-4 Zeros of Polynomial Functions
List all possible rational zeros of each function. Then determine which, if any, are zeros.
1.g(x) = x4 6x3 31x2 + 216x 180
SOLUTION:
Because the leading coefficient is 1, the possible rational zeros are the integer factors of the constant term 180.
Therefore, the possible rational zeros of g are
.
By using synthetic division, it can be determined that x = 1 is a rational zero.
By using synthetic division on the depressed polynomial, it can be determined that x = 5 is a rational zero.
Because (x 1) and (x 5) are factors of g(x), we can use the final quotient to write a factored form of g(x) as g
2
(x) = (x 1)(x 5)(x 36). Factoring the quadratic expression yields f (x) = (x 1)(x 5)(x 6)(x + 6). Thus, the
rational zeros of g are 1, 5, 6, and 6.
2.f (x) = 4x3 24x2 x + 6

SOLUTION:
The leading coefficient is 4 and the constant term is 6. The possible rational zeros are or
.
2
Because (x 6) is a factor of f (x), we can write a factored form of f (x) as f (x) = (x 6)(4x 1). To find zeros of
2
4x 1, we can set it equal to zero and solve for x.
Thus, the rational zeros of f are
3.g(x) = x4 x3 31x2 + x + 30
SOLUTION:
Therefore, the possible rational zeros of g are .
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2-4 Thus,
Zeros theof Polynomial
rational Functions
zeros of f are
3.g(x) = x4 x3 31x2 + x + 30
SOLUTION:
Therefore, the possible rational zeros of g are .
2
(x) = (x 1)(x 6)(x +6x + 5). Factoring the quadratic expression yields f (x) = (x 1)(x 6)(x + 5)(x + 1). Thus,
the rational zeros of g are 1, 6, 5, and 1.
4.g(x) = 4x4 + 35x3 87x2 + 56x + 20

SOLUTION:
.
2
(x) = (x 2)(x 5)(4x +7x + 2). Factoring the quadratic expression yields f (x) = (x 2)(x 5)(x 2)(4x 1) or
2
(x 2) (x 5)(4x 1). Thus, the rational zeros of g are
5.h(x) = 6x4 + 13x3 67x2 156x 60

SOLUTION:
The leading coefficient is 6 and the constant term is 60. The possible rational zeros are
or
.
By using synthetic division, it can be determined that isarationalzero.

2
(x) = (x 2)(x 5)(4x +7x + 2). Factoring the quadratic expression yields f (x) = (x 2)(x 5)(x 2)(4x 1) or
2-4 (x
Zeros 2
2) (xof Polynomial Functions
5)(4x 1). Thus, the rational zeros of g are
5.h(x) = 6x4 + 13x3 67x2 156x 60

SOLUTION:
or
By using synthetic division on the depressed polynomial, it can be determined that isarationalzero.
Because and arefactorsofh(x), we can use the final quotient to write a factored form of h(x) as
Factoringthequadraticexpressionyields
2
Becausethefactor(x 12) yields no rational zeros, the rational zeros of h are
6.f (x) = 18x4 + 12x3 + 56x2 + 48x 64

SOLUTION:
or .

2
Becausethefactor(x 12) yields no rational zeros, the rational zeros of h are
6.f (x) = 18x4 + 12x3 + 56x2 + 48x 64

SOLUTION:
or .
Because and arefactorsoff (x), we can use the final quotient to write a factored form of f (x) as
Factoringthequadraticexpressionyields
2
Becausethefactor(x + 4) yields no real zeros, the rational zeros of f are
7.h(x) = x5 11x4 + 49x3 147x2 + 360x 432

SOLUTION:
.
By using synthetic division on the new depressed polynomial, it can be determined that x = 4 is a repeated rational
2
Becausethefactor(x + 4) yields no real zeros, the rational zeros of f are
7.h(x) = x5 11x4 + 49x3 147x2 + 360x 432

SOLUTION:
.
By using synthetic division on the new depressed polynomial, it can be determined that x = 4 is a repeated rational
zero.
2
Because (x 3) and (x 4) are factors of h(x), we can use the final quotient to write a factored form of h(x) as h
2 2 2
(x) = (x 3)(x 4) (x + 9). Because the factor (x + 9) yields no real zeros, the rational zeros of h are 3 and 4
(multiplicity: 2).
8.g(x) = 8x5 + 18x4 5x3 72x2 162x + 45

SOLUTION:
. By using synthetic division, it can be determined that isarationalzero.
By using synthetic division on the depressed polynomial, it can be determined that x = isarationalzero.

2
Because (x 3) and (x 4) are factors of h(x), we can use the final quotient to write a factored form of h(x) as h
2 2 2
2-4 (x) = (x of3)(x
Zeros 4) (x + 9).Functions
Polynomial Because the factor (x + 9) yields no real zeros, the rational zeros of h are 3 and 4
(multiplicity: 2).
8.g(x) = 8x5 + 18x4 5x3 72x2 162x + 45

SOLUTION:
. By using synthetic division, it can be determined that isarationalzero.
Because and arefactorsofg(x), we can use the final quotient to write a factored form of f (x) as
3
Tofindzerosof8x 72, we can set it equal to zero and solve for x.
3
Because the factor (8x 72) yields no rational zeros, the rational zeros of g are
9.MANUFACTURINGThespecificationsforthedimensionsofanewcardboardcontainerareshown.Ifthe
3 2
volume of the container is modeled by V(h) = 2h 9h + 4h and it will hold 45 cubic inches of merchandise, what
are the container's dimensions?
SOLUTION:
3 2
Substitute V(h) = 45 into V(h) = 2h 9h + 4h and apply the Rational Zeros Theorem to find possible rational zeros
of the function.
2-4 Because
Zeros of 3
thePolynomial
factor (8x 72)Functions
yields no rational zeros, the rational zeros of g are
9.MANUFACTURINGThespecificationsforthedimensionsofanewcardboardcontainerareshown.Ifthe
3 2
volume of the container is modeled by V(h) = 2h 9h + 4h and it will hold 45 cubic inches of merchandise, what
are the container's dimensions?
SOLUTION:
3 2
Substitute V(h) = 45 into V(h) = 2h 9h + 4h and apply the Rational Zeros Theorem to find possible rational zeros
of the function.
By using synthetic division, it can be determined that h = 5 is a rational zero.
2
The depressed polynomial 2x + x + 9 has no real zeros. Thus, h = 5. The dimensions of the container are 5, 5 4 or
1, and 2(5) 1 or 9.
Solve each equation.

10.x4 + 2x3 7x2 20x 12 = 0
SOLUTION:
Apply the Rational Zeros Theorem to find possible rational zeros of the equation. Because the leading coefficient is
1, the possible rational zeros are the integer factors of the constant term 12. Therefore, the possible rational zeros
are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 12.
Because (x + 1) and (x 3) are factors of the equation, we can use the final quotient to write a factored form as 0 =
2 2
(x + 1)(x 3)(x + 4x + 4). Factoring the quadratic expression yields 0 = (x + 1)(x 3)(x + 2) . Thus, the solutions
are 1, 3, and 2 (multiplicity: 2).
11.x4 + 9x3 + 23x2 + 3x 36 = 0

SOLUTION:
2 2
(x + 1)(x 3)(x + 4x + 4). Factoring the quadratic expression yields 0 = (x + 1)(x 3)(x + 2) . Thus, the solutions
2-4 Zeros
are 1, 3,of Polynomial
and 2 (multiplicity:Functions
2).
11.x4 + 9x3 + 23x2 + 3x 36 = 0

SOLUTION:
are .
Because (x 1) and (x + 4) are factors of the equation, we can use the final quotient to write a factored form as 0 =
2 2
(x 1)(x + 4)(x + 9x + 9). Factoring the quadratic expression yields 0 = (x 1)(x + 4)(x + 3) . Thus, the solutions
12.x4 2x3 7x2 + 8x + 12 = 0

SOLUTION:
are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 12.
2
(x + 1)(x 2)(x x 6). Factoring the quadratic expression yields 0 = (x + 1)(x 2)(x 3)(x + 2). Thus, the
solutions are 1, 2, 3, and 2.
13.x4 3x3 20x2 + 84x 80 = 0

SOLUTION:
are .

2
2-4 (x 2)(x
+ 1)(xof
Zeros x 6). Factoring
Polynomial the quadratic expression yields 0 = (x + 1)(x 2)(x 3)(x + 2). Thus, the
Functions
13.x4 3x3 20x2 + 84x 80 = 0

SOLUTION:
are .
Because (x 4) and (x + 5) are factors of the equation, we can use the final quotient to write a factored form as 0 =
2 2
(x 4)(x + 5)(x 4x + 4). Factoring the quadratic expression yields 0 = (x 4)(x + 5)(x 2) . Thus, the solutions
14.x4 + 34x = 6x3 + 21x2 48

SOLUTION:
4 3 2
The equation can be written as x 6x 21x + 34x + 48 = 0. Apply the Rational Zeros Theorem to find possible
rational zeros of the equation. Because the leading coefficient is 1, the possible rational zeros are the integer factors
of the constant term 48. Therefore, the possible rational zeros are .
2
(x + 1)(x 2)(x 5x 24). Factoring the quadratic expression yields 0 = (x + 1)(x 2)(x + 3)(x 8). Thus, the
15.6x4 + 41x3 + 42x2 96x + 6 = 26

SOLUTION:
4 3 2
The equation can be written as 6x + 41x + 42x 96x + 32 = 0. Apply the Rational Zeros Theorem to find
possible rational zeros of the equation. The leading coefficient is 6 and the constant term is 32. The possible rational
zeros are or .

By using synthetic division, it can be determined that x = isarationalzero.
2
2-4 (x 2)(x
+ 1)(xof
Zeros 5x 24). Functions
Polynomial Factoring the quadratic expression yields 0 = (x + 1)(x 2)(x + 3)(x 8). Thus, the
15.6x4 + 41x3 + 42x2 96x + 6 = 26

SOLUTION:
4 3 2
The equation can be written as 6x + 41x + 42x 96x + 32 = 0. Apply the Rational Zeros Theorem to find
zeros are or .
Because and arefactorsoftheequation,wecanusethefinalquotienttowriteafactoredformas
. Factoring the quadratic expression yields .Thus,
the solutions are , , and 4 (multiplicity: 2).
16.12x4 + 77x3 = 136x2 33x 18

SOLUTION:
4 3 2
The equation can be written as 12x + 77x 136x + 33x + 18 = 0. Apply the Rational Zeros Theorem to find
zeros are or .
. Factoring the quadratic expression yields .Thus,
2-4 the
Zeros of Polynomial
solutions are , , and Functions
4 (multiplicity: 2).
16.12x4 + 77x3 = 136x2 33x 18

SOLUTION:
4 3 2
The equation can be written as 12x + 77x 136x + 33x + 18 = 0. Apply the Rational Zeros Theorem to find
zeros are or .
Because and arefactorsoftheequation,wecanusethefinalquotienttowriteafactoredformas
. Factoring the quadratic expression yields .
Thus, the solutions are
17.SALESThesalesS(x) in thousands of dollars that a store makes during one month can be approximated by S(x) =
3 2
2x 2x + 4x, where x is the number of days after the first day of the month. How many days will it take the store
to make $16,000?
SOLUTION:
3 2
Substitute S(x) = 16 into S(x) = 2x 2x + 4x and apply the Rational Zeros Theorem to find possible rational zeros
of the function.
3 2
The equation can be written as 2(x x + 2x 8) = 0. Because the leading coefficient is 1, the possible rational
zeros are the integer factors of the constant term 8. Therefore, the possible rational zeros are 1, 2, 4, and 8.
2
The depressed polynomial x + x + 4 has no real zeros. Thus, x = 2. The store will make $16,000 in 2 days.
Determine an interval in which all real zeros of each function must lie. Explain your reasoning using the
upper and lower bound tests. Then find all the real zeros.
4 3 2
2-4 Thus,
solutions are Functions
17.SALESThesalesS(x) in thousands of dollars that a store makes during one month can be approximated by S(x) =
3 2
2x 2x + 4x, where x is the number of days after the first day of the month. How many days will it take the store
to make $16,000?
SOLUTION:
3 2
Substitute S(x) = 16 into S(x) = 2x 2x + 4x and apply the Rational Zeros Theorem to find possible rational zeros
of the function.
3 2
The equation can be written as 2(x x + 2x 8) = 0. Because the leading coefficient is 1, the possible rational
zeros are the integer factors of the constant term 8. Therefore, the possible rational zeros are 1, 2, 4, and 8.
2
18.f (x) = x4 9x3 + 12x2 + 44x 48
SOLUTION:
Graph f (x) using a graphing calculator. From this graph, it appears that the real zeros of this function lie in the
interval [3, 10].
Test a lower bound of c = 3 and an upper bound of c = 10.
Every number in the last line is alternately nonnegative and nonpositive, so 3 is a lower bound.
Every number in the last line is nonnegative, so 10 is an upper bound.

are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24, and 48. Because the real zeros are in the interval [3, 10], narrow this list
to just 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8. From the graph, it appears that 2, 1, 4, and 6 are reasonable.
2-4 Zeros of Polynomial2Functions
18.f (x) = x4 9x3 + 12x2 + 44x 48
SOLUTION:
interval [3, 10].

are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24, and 48. Because the real zeros are in the interval [3, 10], narrow this list
to just 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8. From the graph, it appears that 2, 1, 4, and 6 are reasonable.
Because (x + 2) and (x 1) are factors of the equation, we can use the final quotient to write a factored form as f
2
(x) = (x + 2)(x 1)(x 10x + 24). Factoring the quadratic expression yields f (x) = (x + 2)(x 1)(x 4)(x 6).
Thus, the solutions are 2, 1, 4, and 6.
19.f (x) = 2x4 x3 29x2 + 34x + 24

SOLUTION:
interval [6, 5].

Because (x + 2) and (x 1) are factors of the equation, we can use the final quotient to write a factored form as f
2
(x) = (x + 2)(x 1)(x 10x + 24). Factoring the quadratic expression yields f (x) = (x + 2)(x 1)(x 4)(x 6).
2-4 Zeros
Thus, theof Polynomial
solutions are 2, 1, Functions
4, and 6.
19.f (x) = 2x4 x3 29x2 + 34x + 24

SOLUTION:
interval [6, 5].

Apply the Rational Zeros Theorem to find possible rational zeros of the equation. The leading coefficient is 2 and the
constant term is 24. The possible rational zeros are or1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12,
24, , and . Because the real zeros are in the interval [6, 5], narrow this list to just 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, ,
and . From the graph, it appears that arereasonable.

Because (x + 4) and arefactorsoftheequation,wecanusethefinalquotienttowriteafactoredformas
. Factoring the quadratic expression yields
. Thus, the solutions are
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20.g(x) = 2x + 4x 18x 4x + 16
SOLUTION:
. Factoring the quadratic expression yields

. Thus, the solutions are
20.g(x) = 2x4 + 4x3 18x2 4x + 16

SOLUTION:
Graph g(x) using a graphing calculator. From this graph, it appears that the real zeros of this function lie in the
interval [6, 4].

constant term is 16. The possible rational zeros are or1, 2, 4, 8, 16, and . Because the
real zeros are in the interval [6, 4], narrow this list to just 1, 2, 3, 4, and . From the graph, it appears that
4, 1, 1, and 2 are reasonable.
Because (x + 4) and (x + 1) are factors of the equation, we can use the final quotient to write a factored form as g
2
(x) = (x + 4)(x + 1)(2x 6x + 4). Factoring the quadratic expression yields g(x) = 2(x + 4)(x + 1)(x 2)(x 1).
21.g(x) = 6x4 33x3 6x2 + 123x 90

SOLUTION:
interval [4, 7].

Because (x + 4) and (x + 1) are factors of the equation, we can use the final quotient to write a factored form as g
2
2-4 (x) = (x +of4)(x
Zeros + 1)(2x 6x Functions
Polynomial + 4). Factoring the quadratic expression yields g(x) = 2(x + 4)(x + 1)(x 2)(x 1).
21.g(x) = 6x4 33x3 6x2 + 123x 90

SOLUTION:
interval [4, 7].


constant term is 90. The possible rational zeros are
or .
Because the real zeros are in the interval [4, 7], narrow this list to just
. From the graph, it appears that 2, 1, , and 5 are
reasonable.
Because (x + 2) and (x 1) are factors of the equation, we can use the final quotient to write a factored form as g
2
(x) = (x + 2)(x 1)(6x 39x + 45). Factoring the quadratic expression yields g(x) = 3(x + 2)(x 1)(2x 3)(x 5).
Thus, the solutions are 2, 1, , and 5.
22.f (x) = 2x4 17x3 + 39x2 16x 20

SOLUTION:
interval [2, 9].
(x) = (x + 2)(x 1)(6x 39x + 45). Factoring the quadratic expression yields g(x) = 3(x + 2)(x 1)(2x 3)(x 5).
Thus, the solutions are 2, 1, , and 5.

22.f (x) = 2x4 17x3 + 39x2 16x 20
SOLUTION:
interval [2, 9].


constant term is 20. The possible rational zeros are or1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 20, , and
. Because the real zeros are in the interval [2, 9], narrow this list to just 1, 2, 4, 5, , and . From the
graph, it appears that arereasonable.
Because and(x 5) are factors of the equation, we can use the final quotient to write a factored form as
Thus, the solutions are .
23.f (x) = 2x4 13x3 + 21x2 + 9x 27

SOLUTION:
2-4 Thus,
solutions are Functions .
23.f (x) = 2x4 13x3 + 21x2 + 9x 27

SOLUTION:
interval [2, 7].


constant term is 27. The possible rational zeros are or1, 3, 9, 27, , , and .
Because the real zeros are in the interval [2, 7], narrow this list to just 1, 3, , , and . From the graph, it
appears that 1 and arereasonable.
Because (x + 1) and arefactorsoftheequation,wecanusethefinalquotienttowriteafactoredformas
Thus, the solutions are 1, , and 3 (multiplicity: 2).
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24.h(x) = x x 9x + 5x + 16x 12
SOLUTION:
2-4 Thus,
solutions are 1, Functions
, and 3 (multiplicity: 2).
24.h(x) = x5 x4 9x3 + 5x2 + 16x 12

SOLUTION:
Graph h(x) using a graphing calculator. From this graph, it appears that the real zeros of this function lie in the
interval [3, 5].


are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 12. Because the real zeros are in the interval [3, 5], narrow this list to just 1, 2, 3,
and 4. From the graph, it appears that 2, 1, and 3 are reasonable.
By using synthetic division on the new depressed polynomial, it can be determined that x = 3 is a rational zero.
Because (x + 2), (x 1), and (x 3) are factors of the equation, we can use the final quotient to write a factored
2
form as h(x) = (x + 2)(x 1)(x 3)(x + x 2). Factoring the quadratic expression yields f (x) = (x + 2)(x 1)(x
2 2
3)(x + 2)(x 1) or (x + 2) (x 1) (x 3). Thus, the solutions are 3, 2 (multiplicity: 2), and 1 (multiplicity: 2).
25.h(x) = 4x5 20x4 + 5x3 + 80x2 75x + 18

SOLUTION:
interval [3, 5].
3)(x + 2)(x 1) or (x + 2) (x 1) (x 3). Thus, the solutions are 3, 2 (multiplicity: 2), and 1 (multiplicity: 2).
25.h(x) = 4x5 20x4 + 5x3 + 80x2 75x + 18

2-4 SOLUTION:
Zeros of Polynomial Functions
interval [3, 5].

constant term is 18. The possible rational zeros are or1, 3, 6, 9, 18, , , ,
, , and . Because the real zeros are in the interval [3, 5], narrow this list to just 1, 3, , , ,
, , and . From the graph, it appears that 2, and3arereasonable.
By using synthetic division on the new depressed polynomial, it can be determined that x = 3 is a rational zero.
Because arefactorsoftheequation,wecanusethefinalquotienttowriteafactored
form as . Factoring the quadratic expression yields
. Thus, the solutions are 2, (multiplicity:2),

and 3 (multiplicity: 2).
Describe the possible real zeros of each function.

Because arefactorsoftheequation,wecanusethefinalquotienttowriteafactored
form as . Factoring the quadratic expression yields
. Thus, the solutions are 2, (multiplicity:2),

and 3 (multiplicity: 2).
Describe the possible real zeros of each function.

26.f (x) = 2x3 3x2 + 4x + 7
SOLUTION:
Examine the variations in sign for f (x) and for f (x).
3 2
f(x) = 2x 3x + 4x + 7
f(x) has one variation in sign.
f(x) has 2 variations in sign.

By DescartesRule of Signs, f (x) has 1 positive zero and either 2 or 0 negative zeros.
27.f (x) = 10x4 3x3 + 8x2 4x 8

SOLUTION:
4 3 2
f(x) = 10x 3x + 8x 4x 8
f(x) has three variations in sign.
f(x) has 1 variation in sign.

By DescartesRule of Signs, f (x) has either 3 or 1 positive zeros and 1 negative zero.
28.f (x) = 3x4 5x3 + 4x2 + 2x 6

SOLUTION:
4 3 2
f(x) = 3x 5x + 4x + 2x 6
f(x) has two variations in sign.

By DescartesRule of Signs, f (x) has either 2 or 0 positive zeros and either 2 or 0 negative zeros.
29.f (x) = 12x4 + 6x3 + 3x2 2x + 12

SOLUTION:
4 3 2
f(x) = 12x + 6x + 3x 2x + 12
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Zeros hasof
twoPolynomial
variations in sign.
Functions
29.f (x) = 12x4 + 6x3 + 3x2 2x + 12

SOLUTION:
4 3 2
f(x) = 12x + 6x + 3x 2x + 12

30.g(x) = 4x5 + 3x4 + 9x3 8x2 + 16x 24

SOLUTION:
Examine the variations in sign for g(x) and for g(x).
5 4 3 2
g(x) = 4x + 3x + 9x 8x + 16x 24
g(x) has three variations in sign.
g(x) has two variations in sign.

By DescartesRule of Signs, g(x) has either 3 or 1 positive zeros and either 2 or 0 negative zeros.
31.h(x) = 4x5 + x4 8x3 24x2 + 64x 124

SOLUTION:
Examine the variations in sign for h(x) and for h(x).
5 4 3 2
h(x) = 4x + x 8x 24x + 64x 124
h(x) has four variations in sign.
h(x) has one variation in sign.

By DescartesRule of Signs, h(x) has either 4, 2, or 0 positive zeros and 1 negative zero.
Write a polynomial function of least degree with real coefficients in standard form that has the given
zeros.
32.3, 4, 6, 1
SOLUTION:
Using the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros 3, 4, 6, and 1, write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x (3)][x (4)][x (6)][x (1)]
Let a = 1. Then write the function in standard form.
4 3 2
Therefore, a function of least degree that has 3, 4, 6, and 1 as zeros is f (x) = x 4x 23x + 54x + 72 or any
nonzero multiple of f (x).
33.2, 4, 3, 5
SOLUTION:
2-4 h(x)
Zeros hasof
one variation in sign.
Polynomial Functions
By DescartesRule of Signs, h(x) has either 4, 2, or 0 positive zeros and 1 negative zero.
Write a polynomial function of least degree with real coefficients in standard form that has the given
zeros.
32.3, 4, 6, 1
SOLUTION:
f(x) = a[x (3)][x (4)][x (6)][x (1)]
4 3 2
Therefore, a function of least degree that has 3, 4, 6, and 1 as zeros is f (x) = x 4x 23x + 54x + 72 or any
33.2, 4, 3, 5
SOLUTION:
f(x) = a[x (2)][x (4)][x (3)][x (5)]
4 3 2
Therefore, a function of least degree that has 2, 4, 3, and 5 as zeros is f (x) = x + 4x 19x 106x 120 or
any nonzero multiple of f (x).
34.5, 3, 4 + i
SOLUTION:
Because 4 + i is a zero and the polynomial is to have real coefficients, you know that 4 i must also be a zero.
Using the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros 5, 3, 4 + i, and 4 i, write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x (5)][x (3)][x (4 + i)][x (4 i)]
4 3 2
Therefore, a function of least degree that has 5, 3, 4 + i, and 4 i as zeros is f (x) = x 6x 14x + 154x 255
or any nonzero multiple of f (x).
35.1, 8, 6 i
SOLUTION:
Because 6 i is a zero and the polynomial is to have real coefficients, you know that 6 + i must also be a zero.
Using the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros 1, 8, 6 i, and 6 + i, write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x (1)][x (8)][x (6 i)][x (6 + i)]
4 3 2
2-4 Therefore,
Zeros ofaPolynomial degree that has 5, 3, 4 + i, and 4 i as zeros is f (x) = x
function of leastFunctions 6x 14x + 154x 255
35.1, 8, 6 i
SOLUTION:
Because 6 i is a zero and the polynomial is to have real coefficients, you know that 6 + i must also be a zero.
Using the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros 1, 8, 6 i, and 6 + i, write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x (1)][x (8)][x (6 i)][x (6 + i)]
4 3 2
Therefore, a function of least degree that has 1, 8, 6 i, and 6 + i as zeros is f (x) = x 19x + 113x 163x
296 or any nonzero multiple of f (x).
36.2 , 2 , 3, 7
SOLUTION:
Using the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros 2 , 2 , 3, and 7, write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x (2 )][x (2 )][x (3)][x (7)]
4 3 2
Therefore, a function of least degree that has 2 , 2 , 3, and 7 as zeros is f (x) = x 4x 41x + 80x + 420
37.5, 2, 4 ,4+
SOLUTION:
Using the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros 5, 2, 4 , and 4 + , write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x (5)][x (2)][x (4 )][x (4 + )]
4 3 2
Therefore, a function of least degree that has 5, 2, 4 , and 4 + aszerosisf (x) = x 5x 21x + 119x
38. , , 4i
SOLUTION:
Because 4i is a zero and the polynomial is to have real coefficients, you know that 4i must also be a zero. Using
the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros , , 4i, and 4i, write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x ( )][x ( )][x (4i)][x (4i)]
4 3 2
2-4 Therefore,
Zeros ofaPolynomial degree that has 5, 2, 4
function of leastFunctions , and 4 + aszerosisf (x) = x 5x 21x + 119x
38. , , 4i
SOLUTION:
Because 4i is a zero and the polynomial is to have real coefficients, you know that 4i must also be a zero. Using
the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros , , 4i, and 4i, write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x ( )][x ( )][x (4i)][x (4i)]
4 2
Therefore, a function of least degree that has , , 4i, and 4i as zeros is f (x) = x + 9x 112 or any
39. , , 3 4i
SOLUTION:
Because 3 4i is a zero and the polynomial is to have real coefficients, you know that 3 + 4i must also be a zero.
Using the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros , , 3 4i, and 3 + 4i, write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x ( )][x ( )][x (3 4i)][x (3 + 4i)]
4 3 2
Therefore, a function of least degree that has , , 3 4i, and 3 + 4i as zeros is f (x) = x 6x + 19x + 36x
40.2 + ,2 , 4 + 5i
SOLUTION:
Because 4 + 5i is a zero and the polynomial is to have real coefficients, you know that 4 5i must also be a zero.
Using the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros 2 + ,2 , 4 + 5i, and 4 5i, write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x (2 + )][x (2 )][x (4 + 5i)][x (4 5i)]
4 3 2
Therefore, a function of least degree that has 2 + ,2 , 4 + 5i, and 4 5i as zeros is f (x) = x 12x + 74x
172x + 41 or any nonzero multiple of f (x).
41.6 ,6+ , 8 3i
SOLUTION:
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Using the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros 6 ,6+ , 8 3i, and 8 + 3i, write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x (6 )][x (6 + )][x (8 3i)][x (8 + 3i)]
4 3 2
2-4 Therefore,
Zeros ofaPolynomial
function of leastFunctions
degree that has 2 + ,2 , 4 + 5i, and 4 5i as zeros is f (x) = x 12x + 74x
172x + 41 or any nonzero multiple of f (x).
41.6 ,6+ , 8 3i
SOLUTION:
Because 8 3i is a zero and the polynomial is to have real coefficients, you know that 8 + 3i must also be a zero.
Using the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zeros 6 ,6+ , 8 3i, and 8 + 3i, write f (x) as follows.
f(x) = a[x (6 )][x (6 + )][x (8 3i)][x (8 + 3i)]
4 3
Therefore, a function of least degree that has 6 ,6+ , 8 3i, and 8 + 3i as zeros is f (x) = x 28x +
2
296x 1372x + 2263 or any nonzero multiple of f (x).
Write each function as (a) the product of linear and irreducible quadratic factors and (b) the product of
linear factors. Then (c) list all of its zeros.
42.g(x) = x4 3x3 12x2 + 20x + 48
SOLUTION:
a. g(x) has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24, and 48. By using synthetic division, it can
be determined that x = 4 is a rational zero.
2 2
The remaining quadratic factor (x + 4x + 4) can be written as (x + 2) .
2
So, g(x) written as a product of linear and irreducible quadratic factors is g(x) = (x 4)(x 3)(x + 2)
2
b. g(x) written as a product of linear factors is g(x) = (x 4)(x 3)(x + 2) .
c. The zeros are 4, 3, and 2 (multiplicity: 2).
43.g(x) = x4 3x3 12x2 + 8

SOLUTION:
a. g(x) has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 4, 8. By using synthetic division, it can be determined that x = 2 is a
rational zero.

2
The remaining quadratic factor (x 6x + 4) yields no rational zeros. Use the quadratic formula to find the zeros.
The remaining quadratic factor (x + 4x + 4) can be written as (x + 2) .
2
So, g(x) written as a product of linear and irreducible quadratic factors is g(x) = (x 4)(x 3)(x + 2)
2
b. g(x) written as a product of linear factors is g(x) = (x 4)(x 3)(x + 2) .
2-4 Zeros
c. of Polynomial
The zeros are 4, 3, and 2 Functions
(multiplicity: 2).
43.g(x) = x4 3x3 12x2 + 8

SOLUTION:
a. g(x) has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 4, 8. By using synthetic division, it can be determined that x = 2 is a
rational zero.
2
The remaining quadratic factor (x 6x + 4) yields no rational zeros. Use the quadratic formula to find the zeros.
So, g(x) written as a product of linear and irreducible quadratic factors is g(x) = (x + 2)(x + 1)(x 3 + )(x 3
).
b. g(x) written as a product of linear factors is g(x) = (x + 2)(x + 1)(x 3 + )(x 3 ).
c. The zeros are 2, 1, 3 ,3+ .
44.h(x) = x4 + 2x3 15x2 + 18x 216

SOLUTION:
a. h(x) has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 18, 24, 27, 36, 54, 72, 108, and 216.
2
The remaining quadratic factor (x + 9) yields no real zeros and is therefore, irreducible over the reals. So, h(x)
2
written as a product of linear and irreducible quadratic factors is h(x) = (x + 9)(x 4)(x + 6).
2
b. x + 9 can be written as (x + 3i)(x 3i). h(x) written as a product of linear factors is h(x) = (x 3i)(x + 3i)(x
4)(x + 6).
c. The zeros are 3i, 3i, 4, and 6.
45.f (x) = 4x4 35x3 + 140x2 295x + 156

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a. f (x) has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 4, 12, 13, 26, 39, 52, 78,
2
written as a product of linear and irreducible quadratic factors is h(x) = (x + 9)(x 4)(x + 6).
2
b. x + 9 can be written as (x + 3i)(x 3i). h(x) written as a product of linear factors is h(x) = (x 3i)(x + 3i)(x
2-4 4)(x
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c. The zeros are 3i, 3i, 4, and 6.
45.f (x) = 4x4 35x3 + 140x2 295x + 156

SOLUTION:
a. f (x) has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 4, 12, 13, 26, 39, 52, 78,
156, By using synthetic division, it can be determined that x = 4 is a
rational zero.
2 2
The remaining quadratic factor (4x 16x + 52) can be written 4(x 4x + 13) and yields no real zeros and is
therefore, irreducible over the reals. So, f (x) written as a product of linear and irreducible quadratic factors is
2
or (x 4x + 13)(4x 3)(x 4)
b. Use the quadratic formula to find the zeros of x2 4x + 13.
2
x 16x + 52 can be written as [x (2 + 3i)][x (2 3i)]. Thus, f (x) written as a product of linear factors is f (x) =
(4x 3)(x 4)(x 2 + 3i)(x 2 3i).
c. The zeros are , 4, 2 3i, and 2 + 3i.
46.f (x) = 4x4 15x3 + 43x2 + 577x + 615

SOLUTION:
a. f (x) has possible rational zeros of 1, 3, 5, 15, 41, 123, 205, 615, , , , , , ,
, , , , , , , , , and . By using synthetic division, it can be
determined that x = 3 is a rational zero.
2
(4x 3)(x 4)(x 2 + 3i)(x 2 3i).
2-4 c.
Zeros of Polynomial
The zeros are , 4, 2 3iFunctions
, and 2 + 3i.
46.f (x) = 4x4 15x3 + 43x2 + 577x + 615

SOLUTION:
a. f (x) has possible rational zeros of 1, 3, 5, 15, 41, 123, 205, 615, , , , , , ,
, , , , , , , , , and . By using synthetic division, it can be
2 2
The remaining quadratic factor (4x 32x + 164) can be written 4(x 8x + 41) and yields no real zeros and is
therefore, irreducible over the reals. So, f (x) written as a product of linear and irreducible quadratic factors is
2
or (4x + 5)(x + 3)(x 8x + 41)
b. Use the quadratic formula to find the zeros of x2 8x + 41.
2
(4x + 5)(x + 3)(x 4 + 5i)(x 4 5i).
c. The zeros are .
47.h(x) = x4 2x3 17x2 + 4x + 30

SOLUTION:
a. h(x) has possible rational zeros of 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, and 30. By using synthetic division, it can be determined
that x = 3 is a rational zero.
2
(4x + 5)(x + 3)(x 4 + 5i)(x 4 5i).
2-4 c.
Zeros of Polynomial
The zeros are Functions.
47.h(x) = x4 2x3 17x2 + 4x + 30

SOLUTION:
a. h(x) has possible rational zeros of 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, and 30. By using synthetic division, it can be determined
that x = 3 is a rational zero.
2
The remaining quadratic factor (x 2) yields no rational zeros and can be written as (x + )(x ). So, h(x)
written as a product of linear and irreducible quadratic factors is h(x) = (x + 3)(x 5)(x + )(x ).
b. h(x) written as a product of linear factors is h(x) = (x + 3)(x 5)(x + )(x ).
c. The zeros are 3, 5, , and .
48.g(x) = x4 + 31x2 180

SOLUTION:
a. g(x) has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 15, 18, 20, 30, 36, 45, 60, 90, and
2
180. By using synthetic division, it can be determined that g(x) has no rational zeros. Substitute u = x to factor g
(x).
2 2
x 5 can be written as (x + )(x ). The remaining quadratic factor (x + 36) yields no real zeros and is
therefore, irreducible over the reals. So, g(x) written as a product of linear and irreducible quadratic factors is g(x) =
2
(x + )(x )(x + 36).
b. x2 + 36 can be written as (x + 6i)(x 6i). g(x) written as a product of linear factors is g(x) = (x + )(x )
(x + 6i)(x 6i).
c. The zeros are , , 6i, and 6i.
Use the given zero to find all complex zeros of each function. Then write the linear factorization of the
function.
49.h(x) = 2x5 + x4 7x3 + 21x2 225x + 108; 3i
SOLUTION:
Use synthetic substitution to verify that 3i is a zero of h(x).

Because x = 3i is a zero of h, x = 3i is also a zero of h. Divide the depressed polynomial by 3i.
2
(x + )(x )(x + 36).
b. x2 + 36 can be written as (x + 6i)(x 6i). g(x) written as a product of linear factors is g(x) = (x + )(x )
(x + 6i)(x 6i).
c. The zeros are , , 6i, and 6i.
Use the given zero to find all complex zeros of each function. Then write the linear factorization of the
function.
49.h(x) = 2x5 + x4 7x3 + 21x2 225x + 108; 3i
SOLUTION:
3 2
Using these two zeros and the depressed polynomial from the last division, write h(x) = (x + 3i)(x 3i)(2x + x
3 2
25x + 12). 2x + x 25x + 12 has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12, . By using
synthetic division, it can be determined that x = 3 is a rational zero.
2
The remaining depressed polynomial 2x +7x 4 can be written as (x + 4)(2x 1). The zeros of the depressed
polynomial are 4 and . Therefore, the zeros of h are 3, 4, , 3i, and 3i. The linear factorization of h is h(x) =
(x 3)(x + 4)(2x 1)(x + 3i)(x 3i).
50.h(x) = 3x5 5x4 13x3 65x2 2200x + 1500; 5i

SOLUTION:
3 2
Using these two zeros and the depressed polynomial from the last division, write h(x) = (x + 5i)(x 5i)(3x 5x
3 2
88x + 60). 3x 5x 88x + 60 has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 12, 15, 20, 30, 60,
, , , , , and . By using synthetic division, it can be determined that x = 5 is a rational zero.
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2
The remaining depressed polynomial 2x +7x 4 can be written as (x + 4)(2x 1). The zeros of the depressed
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1)(x + 3i)(x 3i).
50.h(x) = 3x5 5x4 13x3 65x2 2200x + 1500; 5i

SOLUTION:
3 2
Using these two zeros and the depressed polynomial from the last division, write h(x) = (x + 5i)(x 5i)(3x 5x
3 2
88x + 60). 3x 5x 88x + 60 has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 12, 15, 20, 30, 60,
, , , , , and . By using synthetic division, it can be determined that x = 5 is a rational zero.
2
The remaining depressed polynomial 3x 20x + 12 can be written as (x 6)(3x 2). The zeros of the depressed
(x + 5)(x 6)(3x 2)(x + 5i)(x 5i).
51.g(x) = x5 2x4 13x3 + 28x2 + 46x 60; 3 i

SOLUTION:
Use synthetic substitution to verify that 3 i is a zero of g(x).
Because x = 3 i is a zero of g, x = 3 + i is also a zero of g. Divide the depressed polynomial by 3 + i.
3
Using these two zeros and the depressed polynomial from the last division, write h(x) = [x (3 i)][x (3 + i)](x +
2 3 2
4x + x 6). x + 4x + x 6 has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, and 6. By using synthetic division, it can be
2
The remaining depressed polynomial x + 5x + 6 can be written as (x + 3)(x + 2). The zeros of the depressed
polynomial are 3 and 2. Therefore, the zeros of g are 3, 2, 1, 3 + i, and 3 i. The linear factorization of g is g
(x) = (x + 3)(x + 2)(x 1)(x 3 + i)(x 3 i).
52.g(x) = 4x5 57x4 + 287x3 547x2 + 83x + 510; 4 + i
SOLUTION:
2
The remaining depressed polynomial 3x 20x + 12 can be written as (x 6)(3x 2). The zeros of the depressed
(x + 5)(x 6)(3x 2)(x + 5i)(x 5i).
51.g(x) = x5 2x4 13x3 + 28x2 + 46x 60; 3 i

SOLUTION:
Use synthetic substitution to verify that 3 i is a zero of g(x).
Because x = 3 i is a zero of g, x = 3 + i is also a zero of g. Divide the depressed polynomial by 3 + i.
3
Using these two zeros and the depressed polynomial from the last division, write h(x) = [x (3 i)][x (3 + i)](x +
2 3 2
4x + x 6). x + 4x + x 6 has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, and 6. By using synthetic division, it can be
2
polynomial are 3 and 2. Therefore, the zeros of g are 3, 2, 1, 3 + i, and 3 i. The linear factorization of g is g
(x) = (x + 3)(x + 2)(x 1)(x 3 + i)(x 3 i).
52.g(x) = 4x5 57x4 + 287x3 547x2 + 83x + 510; 4 + i

SOLUTION:
Use synthetic substitution to verify that 4 + i is a zero of g(x).
Because x = 4 + i is a zero of g, x = 4 i is also a zero of g. Divide the depressed polynomial by 4 i.
3
Using these two zeros and the depressed polynomial from the last division, write h(x) = [x (4 + i)][x (4 i)](4x
2 3 2
25x + 19x + 30). 4x 25x + 19x + 30 has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 10, 15, 30,
. By using synthetic division, it can be determined that x = 2 is a rational
zero.
2
The remaining depressed polynomial 4x 17x 15 can be written as (x 5)(4x + 3). The zeros of the depressed
polynomial are 5 and . Therefore, the zeros of g are . The linear factorization of g is g(x) =
(x 5)(4x + 3)(x 2)(x 4 i)(x 4 + i).
53.f (x) = x5 3x4 4x3 + 12x2 32x + 96; 2i

2
2-4 polynomial
Zeros ofare 3 and 2. Therefore,
Polynomial Functions the zeros of g are 3, 2, 1, 3 + i, and 3 i. The linear factorization of g is g
(x) = (x + 3)(x + 2)(x 1)(x 3 + i)(x 3 i).
52.g(x) = 4x5 57x4 + 287x3 547x2 + 83x + 510; 4 + i

SOLUTION:
3
Using these two zeros and the depressed polynomial from the last division, write h(x) = [x (4 + i)][x (4 i)](4x
2 3 2
25x + 19x + 30). 4x 25x + 19x + 30 has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 10, 15, 30,
. By using synthetic division, it can be determined that x = 2 is a rational
zero.
2
(x 5)(4x + 3)(x 2)(x 4 i)(x 4 + i).
53.f (x) = x5 3x4 4x3 + 12x2 32x + 96; 2i

SOLUTION:
Use synthetic substitution to verify that 2i is a zero of f (x).
Because x = 2i is a zero of f , x = 2i is also a zero of f . Divide the depressed polynomial by 2i.
3 2
Using these two zeros and the depressed polynomial from the last division, write f (x) = (x + 2i)(x 2i)(x 3x 8x
3 2
+ 24). x 3x 8x + 24 has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, and 24. By using synthetic
division, it can be determined that x = 3 is a rational zero.
2
The remaining depressed polynomial x 8 can be written as (x )(x + ) or (x 2 )(x + 2 ). The
zeros of the depressed polynomial are 2 and 2 . Therefore, the zeros of f are 3, 2 , 2 , 2i, and 2i.
The linear factorization of f is f (x) = (x 3)(x + 2 )(x 2 )(x + 2i)(x 2i).
54.g(x) = x4 10x3 + 35x2 46x + 10; 3 + i

2
(x 5)(4x + 3)(x 2)(x 4 i)(x 4 + i).
53.f (x) = x5 3x4 4x3 + 12x2 32x + 96; 2i

SOLUTION:
Use synthetic substitution to verify that 2i is a zero of f (x).
Because x = 2i is a zero of f , x = 2i is also a zero of f . Divide the depressed polynomial by 2i.
3 2
Using these two zeros and the depressed polynomial from the last division, write f (x) = (x + 2i)(x 2i)(x 3x 8x
3 2
+ 24). x 3x 8x + 24 has possible rational zeros of 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, and 24. By using synthetic
division, it can be determined that x = 3 is a rational zero.
2
54.g(x) = x4 10x3 + 35x2 46x + 10; 3 + i

SOLUTION:
2
Using these two zeros and the depressed polynomial from the last division, write g(x) = [x (3 + i)][x (3 i)](x
2
4x + 1). x 4x + 1 yields no rational zeros. Use the quadratic formula to find the zeros.
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54.g(x) = x4 10x3 + 35x2 46x + 10; 3 + i

SOLUTION:
2
Using these two zeros and the depressed polynomial from the last division, write g(x) = [x (3 + i)][x (3 i)](x
2
4x + 1). x 4x + 1 yields no rational zeros. Use the quadratic formula to find the zeros.
The zeros of g are 2 + ,2 , 3 + i, and 3 i. The linear factorization of g is g(x) = (x 2 )(x 2 +

)(x 3 i)(x 3 + i).
55.ARCHITECTUREAnarchitectisconstructingascalemodelofabuildingthatisintheshapeofapyramid.
a. If the height of the scale model is 9 inches less than its length and its base is a square, write a polynomial function
that describes the volume of the model in terms of its length.
b. If the volume of the model is 6300 cubic inches, write an equation describing the situation.
c. What are the dimensions of the scale model?
SOLUTION:
a. The volume of a pyramid is V = Bh, where B is the area of the base. Let l represent the length of one of the
2
sides of the square base. The area of the base B is B = l . The height h is h = 9. Substitute these values for B
and h into the formula for the volume of a pyramid.
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A polynomial function that describes the volume of the model in terms of its length is V(l) = l 3 .
b. Substitute V(l) = 6300 into the equation found in part a.
3 2
A polynomial function that describes the volume of the model in terms of its length is V(l) = l 3 .
b. Substitute V(l) = 6300 into the equation found in part a.
3 2
6300 = l 3
c. Solve the equation found in part b for .
This polynomial has 1 sign variation, so it has 1 positive real zero. The graph suggests that =30isarealzero.
Use synthetic division to test this possibility.
mustbeapositivevalue.BecauseV( ) only has 1 positive real zero, no other tests are necessary. Thus, the base
is 30 inches by 30 inches and the height of the model is 21 inches.
56.CONSTRUCTIONTheheightofatunnelthatisunderconstructionis1footmorethanhalfitswidthandits
length is 32 feet more than 324 times its width. If the volume of the tunnel is 62,231,040 cubic feet and it is a
rectangular prism, find the length, width, and height.
SOLUTION:
The volume of a rectangular prism is V = lwh. The height h is h = 1 + andthewidthisw = 32 + 324w. Substitute
these values into the equation for the volume of the tunnel.
Substitute V(w) = 62,231,040 in the equation and solve for w.
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mustbeapositivevalue.BecauseV(
2-4 Zeros of Polynomial Functions) only has 1 positive real zero, no other tests are necessary. Thus, the base
is 30 inches by 30 inches and the height of the model is 21 inches.
56.CONSTRUCTIONTheheightofatunnelthatisunderconstructionis1footmorethanhalfitswidthandits
length is 32 feet more than 324 times its width. If the volume of the tunnel is 62,231,040 cubic feet and it is a
rectangular prism, find the length, width, and height.
SOLUTION:
The volume of a rectangular prism is V = lwh. The height h is h = 1 + andthewidthisw = 32 + 324w. Substitute
these values into the equation for the volume of the tunnel.
Substitute V(w) = 62,231,040 in the equation and solve for w.
3 2
The polynomial 81w + 170w + 16w 31,115,520 has 1 sign variation, so it has 1 positive real zero. Using the zero
function from the CALC menu suggests that w = 72 is a real zero.

Use synthetic division to test this possibility.
w must be a positive value. Because V(w) only has 1 positive real zero, no other tests are necessary. Thus, the width
is 72 feet, the height is 1 + or37feet,andthelengthis32+324(72)or23,360feet.
Write a polynomial function of least degree with integer coefficients that has the given number as a zero.
57.
SOLUTION:
Sample answer: Using the Linear Factorization Theorem and the zero , write f (x) as follows.

Since is a factor, when .

w must be a positive value. Because V(w) only has 1 positive real zero, no other tests are necessary. Thus, the width
2-4 is
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72 feet,ofthePolynomial
height is 1 + Functions
or37feet,andthelengthis32+324(72)or23,360feet.
Write a polynomial function of least degree with integer coefficients that has the given number as a zero.
57.
SOLUTION:

Since is a factor, when .
3
A polynomial function of least degree with integer coefficients that has asazeroisf (x) = x 6.
58.
SOLUTION:

. Since isafactor, when .
3
59.
SOLUTION:

3
A polynomial function of least degree with integer coefficients that has asazeroisf (x) = x + 2.
60.
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59.
SOLUTION:

3
60.
SOLUTION:

3
Use each graph to write g as the product of linear factors. Then list all of its zeros.
61.g(x) = 3x4 15x3 + 87x2 375x + 300
SOLUTION:
The graph suggests 1 and 4 are zeros of g(x). Use synthetic substitution to test this possibility.
Use synthetic division on the depressed polynomial to test 4.
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Use each graph to write g as the product of linear factors. Then list all of its zeros.
61.g(x) = 3x4 15x3 + 87x2 375x + 300
SOLUTION:
2 2
The remaining quadratic factor (3x + 75) can be written as 3(x + 25) or 3(x + 5i)(x 5i). So, g written as the
product of linear factors is g(x) = 3(x 4)(x 1)(x + 5i)(x 5i). The zeros of g are 4, 1, 5i.
62.g(x) = 2x5 + 2x4 + 28x3 + 32x2 64x
SOLUTION:
3 2
The remaining factor (2x + 32x) can be written as 2x(x + 16) or 2x(x + 4i)(x 4i). So, g written as the product of
linear factors is g(x) = 2x(x 1)(x + 2)(x + 4 i)(x 4 i). The zeros of g are 0, 1, 2, 4i.
Determine all rational zeros of the function.

63.h(x) = 6x3 6x2 + 12
SOLUTION:
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Zeros factor (2x + 32x)
of Polynomial can be written as 2x(x
Functions + 16) or 2x(x + 4i)(x 4i). So, g written as the product of
linear factors is g(x) = 2x(x 1)(x + 2)(x + 4 i)(x 4 i). The zeros of g are 0, 1, 2, 4i.
Determine all rational zeros of the function.

63.h(x) = 6x3 6x2 + 12
SOLUTION:
The leading coefficient is 6 and the constant term is 12. The possible rational zeros are or1,
2, 3, 4, 6, 12, , , , , , and .
2 2 2
The remaining quadratic factor (6x 12x + 12) can be written as 6(x 2x + 2). x 2x + 2 yields no rational
zeros. Thus, the only rational zero of h is 1.
64.
SOLUTION:
To find the zeros of f (y), set f (y) = 0 and multiply the equation by 4.
By the Linear Factorization Theorem, this polynomial will have the same zeros as f (y). Because the leading
coefficient is 1, the possible rational zeros of the new function are the integer factors of the constant term 32.
Therefore, the possible rational zeros are 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, and 32.
2
The remaining quadratic factor (x + 4) yields no real zeros. Thus, the rational zeros of f are 4 and 2.
65.w(z) = z 4 10z 3 + 30z 2 10z + 29

SOLUTION:
Therefore, the possible rational zeros of g are 1, 2, 4, and 8. However, the graph suggests that w(z) has no
rational zeros.

2
The remaining quadratic factor (x + 4) yields no real zeros. Thus, the rational zeros of f are 4 and 2.
65.w(z) = z 4 10z 3 + 30z 2 10z + 29

SOLUTION:
Therefore, the possible rational zeros of g are 1, 2, 4, and 8. However, the graph suggests that w(z) has no
rational zeros.

Testing each of the possibilities using synthetic division verify that w(z) has no rational zeros.
66.
SOLUTION:
To find the zeros of b(a), set b(a) = 0 and multiply the equation by 6.
By the Linear Factorization Theorem, this polynomial will have the same zeros as b(a). The leading coefficient is 6
and the constant term is 1. The possible rational zeros are or1, , , and .
By using synthetic division on the new depressed polynomial, it can be determined that isarationalzero.
2 2
The remaining quadratic factor (6x + 6) can be written as 6(x + 1) and yields no real zeros. Thus, the rational
zeros of b are
67.ENGINEERINGAsteelbeamissupportedbytwopilings200feetapart.Ifaweightisplacedx feet from the

Testing each of the possibilities using synthetic division verify that w(z) has no rational zeros.
66.
SOLUTION:
To find the zeros of b(a), set b(a) = 0 and multiply the equation by 6.
By the Linear Factorization Theorem, this polynomial will have the same zeros as b(a). The leading coefficient is 6
and the constant term is 1. The possible rational zeros are or1, , , and .
2 2
zeros of b are

2
piling on the left, a vertical deflection represented by d = 0.0000008x (200 x) occurs. How far is the weight from
the piling if the vertical deflection is 0.8 feet?
SOLUTION:
2
Solve d = 0.0000008x (200 x) for d = 0.8.
2 2
2-4 zeros
Zeros of bofare
Polynomial Functions

2
piling on the left, a vertical deflection represented by d = 0.0000008x (200 x) occurs. How far is the weight from
the piling if the vertical deflection is 0.8 feet?
SOLUTION:
2
Solve d = 0.0000008x (200 x) for d = 0.8.
2
Use a graphing calculator to graph y = 0.0000008x (200 x) 0.8 and solve for y = 0. Using the CALC menu, find
the zeros of the function.

The zeros of the function occur at x = 100 and x = 161.8. A vertical deflection of 0.8 feet will occur when a weight
is placed 100 feet or about 161.8 feet from the left piling.
Write each polynomial as the product of linear and irreducible quadratic factors.
68.x3 3
SOLUTION:
3 3 2 2 3
Use the difference of two cubes, a b = (a b)(a + ab + b ), to factor x 3.
69.x3 + 16
SOLUTION:
3 3 2 2 3
Use the sum of two cubes, a + b = (a + b)(a ab + b ), to factor x + 16.
70.8x3 + 9
SOLUTION:
3 3 2 2 3
Use the sum of two cubes, a + b = (a + b)(a ab + b ), to factor 8x + 9.
3 3 2 2 3
Use the sum of two cubes, a + b = (a + b)(a ab + b ), to factor x + 16.
70.8x3 + 9
SOLUTION:
3 3 2 2 3
71.27x6 + 4
SOLUTION:
3 3 2 2 6
72.MULTIPLEREPRESENTATIONS In this problem, you will explore even- and odd-degree polynomial
functions.
a. ANALYTICALIdentifythedegreeandnumberofzerosofeachpolynomialfunction.
i. f (x) = x3 x2 + 9x 9
5 4
ii. g(x) = 2x + x 32x 16
iii. h(x) = 5x3 + 2x2 13x + 6
4 2
iv. f (x) = x + 25x + 144
v. h(x) = 3x6 + 5x5 + 46x4 +80x3 32x2
4 3 2
vi. g(x) = 4x 11x + 10x 11x + 6
b. NUMERICALFindthezerosofeachfunction.
c. VERBALDoesanodd-degree function have to have a minimum number of real zeros? Explain.
SOLUTION:
a. i. The degree is 3. Thus, f (x) will have 3 zeros.
ii. The degree is 5, Thus, g(x) will have 5 zeros.
iii. The degree is 3, Thus, h(x) will have 3 zeros.
iv. The degree is 4, Thus, f (x) will have 4 zeros.
v. The degree is 6, Thus, h(x) will have 6 zeros.
vi. The degree is 4, Thus, g(x) will have 4 zeros.
b. i. Because the leading coefficient is 1, the possible rational zeros are the integer factors of the constant term 9.
Therefore, the possible rational zeros of f are 1, 3, and 9.
2
The remaining quadratic factor (x + 9) can be written as (x + 3i)(x 3i). Thus, the zeros of f are 3i, 3i, and 1.
ii. The leading coefficient is 2 and the constant term is 16. The possible rational zeros are or1,
2, 6, 8, 16, and .
2
The remaining quadratic factor (x + 9) can be written as (x + 3i)(x 3i). Thus, the zeros of f are 3i, 3i, and 1.
ii. The leading coefficient is 2 and the constant term is 16. The possible rational zeros are or1,
2, 6, 8, 16, and .
2
The remaining quadratic factor (2x + 8) can be written as 2(x + 2i)(x 2i). Thus, the zeros of g are
iii. The leading coefficient is 5 and the constant term is 6. The possible rational zeros are or1, 2,
3, 6, .
2
The remaining quadratic factor (5x + 7x 6) can be written as (x + 2)(5x 3). Thus, the zeros of h are 2, , and
1.
iv. Substitute u = x2 and factor f (x).
2 2
The factor (x + 9) can be written as (x + 3i)(x 3i) and the factor (x + 16) can be written as (x + 4i)(x 4i).
Thus, the zeros of f are 3i, 3i, 4i, and 4i.
v. h(x) can be written as h(x) = x2(3x4 + 5x3 + 46x2 + 80x 32). Find the zeros of the polynomial 3x4 + 5x3 + 46x2
+ 80x 32. The leading coefficient is 3 and the constant term is 32. The possible rational zeros are
or1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, .
v. h(x) can be written as h(x) = x2(3x4 + 5x3 + 46x2 + 80x 32). Find the zeros of the polynomial 3x4 + 5x3 + 46x2
+ 80x 32. The leading coefficient is 3 and the constant term is 32. The possible rational zeros are
or1,Functions
2-4 Zeros of Polynomial 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, .
2
The remaining quadratic factor (3x + 48) can be written as 3(x + 4i)(x 4i). Thus, the zeros of h are 4i, 4i, 2, 0
(multiplicity: 2), and .
vi. The leading coefficient is 4 and the constant term is 6. The possible rational zeros are or1, 2,
3, 6, .
2
The remaining quadratic factor (4x + 4) can be written as 4(x + i)(x i). Thus, the zeros of g are i, i, , and 2.
c. An odd-degree polynomial function always has an odd number of zeros, and a polynomial function with real
coefficients has imaginary zeros that occur in conjugate pairs. Therefore, an odd function with real coefficients will
always have at least one real zero.
73.ERROR ANALYSIS Angie and Julius are using the Rational Zeros Theorem to find all the possible rational zeros
2 3
of f (x) = 7x +2x 5x 3. Angie thinks the possible zeros are , 1, 3. Julius thinks they are , 1,
3. Is either of them correct? Explain your reasoning.
SOLUTION:
Sample answer: Angie divided by the factors of 7, which is not the leading coefficient. Julius divided by the factors
of 2, which is the leading coefficient. Thus, Julius is correct.
74.REASONING Explain why g(x) = x9 x8 + x5 + x3 x2 + 2 must have a root between x = 1 and x = 0.

SOLUTION:
Sample answer: Evaluate g(x) for x = 1 and x = 0.
3. Is either of them correct? Explain your reasoning.
SOLUTION:
2-4 Sample
Zerosanswer: Angie divided
of Polynomial by the factors of 7, which is not the leading coefficient. Julius divided by the factors
Functions
of 2, which is the leading coefficient. Thus, Julius is correct.
74.REASONING Explain why g(x) = x9 x8 + x5 + x3 x2 + 2 must have a root between x = 1 and x = 0.

SOLUTION:
Sample answer: Evaluate g(x) for x = 1 and x = 0.
An input of 1 produces a negative output, whereas an input of 0 results in a positive output.
75.CHALLENGE Use f (x) = x2 + x 6, f (x) = x3 + 8x2 + 19x + 12, and f (x) = x4 2x3 21x2 + 22x + 40 to make a
conjecture about the relationship between the graphs and zeros of f (x) and the graphs and zeros of each of the
following.
a. f (x)
b. f (x)
SOLUTION:
a. Graph each f (x) and its corresponding f (x).

The graphs of f (x) are the graphs of f (x) reflected in the x-axis. The zeros are the same.
b. Graph each f (x) and its corresponding f (x).

2-4 The
Zeros of Polynomial Functions
graphs of f (x) are the graphs of f (x) reflected in the x-axis. The zeros are the same.
b. Graph each f (x) and its corresponding f (x).
The graphs of f (x) are the graphs of f (x) reflected in the y-axis. The zeros are opposites.
76.OPEN ENDED Write a function of 4th degree with an imaginary zero and an irrational zero.
SOLUTION:
Sample answer: A factor with an imaginary zero is (x + i). Since (x + i) is a factor, (x i) must also be a factor. A
factor with an irrational root is (x + ). Since the function is to have a degree of 4, let (x ) be a root.
f(x) = (x + i) (x i)(x + )(x )
4 2
=x 2x 3
77.REASONING Determine whether the statement is true or false . If false, provide a counterexample.
A third-degree polynomial with real coefficients has at least one nonreal zero.
SOLUTION:
3 2
The statement is false. Sample answer: The third-degree polynomial x + x 17x + 15 has three real zeros and no
nonreal zeros.
CHALLENGEFindthezerosofeachfunctionifh(x) has zeros at x 1, x 2, and x 3.

78.c(x) = 7h(x)
SOLUTION:
Let h(x) = (x x1)(x x2)(x x3). Multiply h(x) by 7.
h(x) = 7(x x1)(x x2)(x x3)
Multiplying h(x) by 7 will result in a vertical dilation that will expand the graph, but will not change the zeros. Thus,
the zeros of c(x) are x1, x2, and x3.
79.
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SOLUTION:
Let h(x) = (x x )(x x )(x x ). Substitute 3x for x.
1 2 3
h(x) = 7(x x1)(x x2)(x x3)
Multiplying h(x) by 7 will result in a vertical dilation that will expand the graph, but will not change the zeros. Thus,
2-4 Zeros
the zerosof
of Polynomial Functions
c(x) are x1, x2, and x3.
79.k(x) = h(3x)
SOLUTION:
Let h(x) = (x x1)(x x2)(x x3). Substitute 3x for x.
h(x) = (3x x1)(3x x2)(3x x3)
Find zero for each factor.
Multiplying x by 3 will result in a horizontal dilation that will compress the graph and change the zeros. Thus, the
zeros of k(x) are .
80.g(x) = h(x 2)
SOLUTION:
Let h(x) = (x x1)(x x2)(x x3). Substitute x 2 for x.
h(x) = [(x 2) x1][(x 2) x2][(x 2) x3]
Subtracting 2 from x will result in a horizontal shift that will shift the zeros. Thus, the zeros of g(x) are x1+2,x2 +
2, and x3 + 2.
81.f (x) = h(x)

SOLUTION:
Let h(x) = (x x1)(x x2)(x x3). Substitute x for x.
h(x) = (x x1)(x x2)(x x3)
Multiplying x by 1 will reflect the graph of h(x) in the y-axis. Thus, the zeros of f (x) are x1, x2, and x3.
82.REASONING If x c is a factor of f (x) = a 1x5 a 2x4 + , what value must c be greater than or equal to in
order to be an upper bound for the zeros of f (x)? Assume a0.Explainyourreasoning.
SOLUTION:
Sample answer: If c is an upper bound for the zeros of f (x), then every value in the last line of the synthetic division
is nonnegative.
2-4 Multiplying
Zeros ofxPolynomial Functions
by 1 will reflect the graph of h(x) in the y-axis. Thus, the zeros of f (x) are x 1, x2, and x3.
82.REASONING If x c is a factor of f (x) = a 1x5 a 2x4 + , what value must c be greater than or equal to in
order to be an upper bound for the zeros of f (x)? Assume a0.Explainyourreasoning.
SOLUTION:
Sample answer: If c is an upper bound for the zeros of f (x), then every value in the last line of the synthetic division
is nonnegative.
Thus, ca1 a 20.Solveforc.
c must be greater than or equal to . If c is less than , then the second term of the depressed polynomial will
be negative and the upper bound test will fail.
83.Writing in Math Explain why a polynomial with real coefficients and one imaginary zero must have at least two
imaginary zeros.
SOLUTION:
Sample answer: If a polynomial has an imaginary zero, then its complex conjugate is also a zero of the polynomial.
Therefore, any polynomial that has one imaginary zero has at least two imaginary zeros.
Divide using synthetic division.

84.(x3 9x2 + 27x 28) (x 3)
SOLUTION:
Because x 3, c = 3. Set up the synthetic division as follows. Then follow the synthetic division procedure.
The quotient is .
85.(x4 + x3 1) (x 2)
SOLUTION:
3 2
The quotient is x + 3x + 6x + 12 + .

86.(3x4 2x3 + 5x2 4x 2) (x + 1)
SOLUTION:
2-4 The quotient
Zeros is
of Polynomial .
Functions
85.(x4 + x3 1) (x 2)
SOLUTION:
3 2
The quotient is x + 3x + 6x + 12 + .
86.(3x4 2x3 + 5x2 4x 2) (x + 1)

SOLUTION:
Because x + 1, c = 1. Set up the synthetic division as follows. Then follow the synthetic division procedure.
3 2
The quotient is 3x 5x + 10x 14 + .
87.(2x3 2x 3) (x 1)
SOLUTION:
The quotient is .
Describe the end behavior of the graph of each polynomial function using limits. Explain your reasoning
using the leading term test.
88.f (x) = 4x7 + 3x4 + 6
SOLUTION:
The degree is 7, and the leading coefficient is 4. Because the degree is odd and the leading coefficient is negative,
89.f (x) = 4x6 + 2x5 + 7x2

SOLUTION:
The degree is 6, and the leading coefficient is 4. Because the degree is even and the leading coefficient is positive,
90.g(x) = 3x4 + 5x5 11

SOLUTION:
The degree is 5, and the leading coefficient is 5. Because the degree is odd and the leading coefficient is positive,
.
89.f (x) = 4x + 2x + 7x
SOLUTION:
The degree is 6, and the leading coefficient is 4. Because the degree is even and the leading coefficient is positive,
90.g(x) = 3x4 + 5x5 11

SOLUTION:
The degree is 5, and the leading coefficient is 5. Because the degree is odd and the leading coefficient is positive,
.
Estimate to the nearest 0.5 unit and classify the extrema for the graph of each function. Support the
answers numerically.
91.
SOLUTION:
It appears that f (x) has a relative minimum of 3 at x = 0 and a relative maximum of 3 at x = 2.
Create a table. Choose x-values on either side of the estimated values.
x 10 2.5 2 1.5 0.5 0 0.5 10
f (x) 693 2.6 3 1.9 1.9 3 2.6 1287
The table supports these estimates.
92.
SOLUTION:
It appears that f (x) has a relative maximum of 8 at x = 1, and a relative minimum of 16 at x = 3 and x = 1.
x 10 1.5 1 0.5 0.5 1 1.5 2.5 3 3.5 10
f(x) 13,440 14.4 15 8.4 6.6 9 6.6 8.4 15 14.4 5760
93.
SOLUTION:
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2-4 f(x) 13,440
Zeros 14.4 15Functions
of Polynomial 8.4 6.6 9 6.6 8.4 15 14.4 5760
93.
SOLUTION:
It appears that f (x) has a relative maximum of 0 at x = 0 and x = 4, a relative minimum of 80 at x = 2 and a
x 4.5 4 3.5 2.5 2 1.5 0.5 0 0.5 1.5 2 2.5
f (x) 38 0 19.9 77.3 80 63.3 10.7 0 12.7 102.1 144 132
94.FINANCE Investors choose different stocks to comprise a balanced portfolio. The matrices show the prices of
one share of each of several stocks on the first business day of July, August, and September.
a. Mrs. Rivera owns 42 shares of stock A, 59 shares of stock B, 21 shares of stock C, and 18 shares of stock D.
Write a row matrix to represent Mrs. Riveras portfolio.
b. Use matrix multiplication to find the total value of Mrs. Riveras portfolio for each month to the nearest cent.
SOLUTION:
a. The row will have four columns, one for each stock. Let the first column represent stock A, the second column
represent stock B, the third column represent stock C, and the fourth column represent stock D.
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b. For each month, the prices of each stock can be displayed in matrices.
To find the total value of Mrs. Riveras portfolio for each month, multiply the matrixfoundinparta by each of
the matrices.

x 4.5 4 3.5 2.5 2 1.5 0.5 0 0.5 1.5 2 2.5
2-4 f (x)
Zeros of38 0
Polynomial 19.9 77.3 80 63.3 10.7
Functions 0 12.7 102.1 144 132
94.FINANCE Investors choose different stocks to comprise a balanced portfolio. The matrices show the prices of
one share of each of several stocks on the first business day of July, August, and September.
a. Mrs. Rivera owns 42 shares of stock A, 59 shares of stock B, 21 shares of stock C, and 18 shares of stock D.
Write a row matrix to represent Mrs. Riveras portfolio.
b. Use matrix multiplication to find the total value of Mrs. Riveras portfolio for each month to the nearest cent.
SOLUTION:
a. The row will have four columns, one for each stock. Let the first column represent stock A, the second column
represent stock B, the third column represent stock C, and the fourth column represent stock D.
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b. For each month, the prices of each stock can be displayed in matrices.
To find the total value of Mrs. Riveras portfolio for each month, multiply the matrixfoundinparta by each of
the matrices.
The total value of Mrs. Riveras portfolio for each month is $4379.64 in July, $4019.65 in August, and $3254.83 in
September.
95.SAT/ACT A circle is inscribed in a square and intersects the square at points A, B, C, and D. If AC = 12, what is
the total area of the shaded regions?
2-4 The totalof
Zeros value of Mrs. Riveras
Polynomial portfolio for each month is $4379.64 in July, $4019.65 in August, and $3254.83 in
Functions
September.
95.SAT/ACT A circle is inscribed in a square and intersects the square at points A, B, C, and D. If AC = 12, what is
the total area of the shaded regions?
A 18
B 36
C 18
D 24
E 72
SOLUTION:
The shaded regions located above AC can be reflected in AC to completely fill the region below AC.

2
Since AC = 12, the sides of the square are 12 units in length. Thus, the total area of the square is 12 or 144 units.
Since half of the square is shaded, the area of the shaded region is or72.
The correct answer is E.
96.REVIEW f (x) = x2 4x + 3 has a relative minimum located at which of the following x-values?
F 2
G2
H3
J4
SOLUTION:
Use a graphing calculator to graph the function.
97.Find all of the zeros of p (x) = x3 + 2x2 3x + 20.

A 4, 1 + 2i, 1 2i
B 1, 1, 4 + i, 4 i
C 1, 4 + i, 4 i
D 4, 1 + i, 1 i
SOLUTION:
Therefore, the possible rational zeros of g are 1, 2, 4, 5, 10, and 20.
97.Find all of the zeros of p (x) = x3 + 2x2 3x + 20.

A 4, 1 + 2i, 1 2i
B 1, 1, 4 + i, 4 i
C 1, 4 + i, 4 i
D 4, 1 + i, 1 i
SOLUTION:
Therefore, the possible rational zeros of g are 1, 2, 4, 5, 10, and 20.
2
The remaining quadratic factor (x 2x + 5) yields no real zeros. Use the quadratic formula to find the zeros.
Thus, the zeros of p are 4, 1 + 2i, and 1 2i. The correct answer is A.
98.REVIEW Which expression is equivalent to (t2 + 3t 9)(5 t)1?

F
G t 8
H t 8 +
SOLUTION:
2 1 2
(t + 3t 9)(5 t) can be written as (t + 3t 9) or .
The quotient is . The correct answer is H.

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2.f (x) = 4x3 24x2 x + 6

Thus, the rational zeros of f are

4.g(x) = 4x4 + 35x3 87x2 + 56x + 20

5.h(x) = 6x4 + 13x3 67x2 156x 60

By using synthetic division, it can be determined that isarationalzero.

5.h(x) = 6x4 + 13x3 67x2 156x 60

By using synthetic division, it can be determined that isarationalzero.

6.f (x) = 18x4 + 12x3 + 56x2 + 48x 64

By using synthetic division, it can be determined that isarationalzero.

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