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  • 14-12-2018
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What are the zeros of the polynomial function f(x)=x^3+2x^2-24x?

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OmegaAzzy
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  • 14-12-2018

Immediately, we can factor an x out of each term to simplify the polynomial.

x(x^2 + 2x - 24)

In doing this, we know the first zero will be x = 0.

Using the AC method, we can find the next two zeros.

x(x - 4)(x + 6)

The zeros, or x-intercepts of the polynomial, are 0, 4, and -6.


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