Question

9. Consider the function, f(x) = x4 – 5x2 + 4. Select the statements that are true. In the box provided,

explain the choices you selected.
a. The degree of the polynomial is 5.
b. When graphed, this polynomial will look like a "W"
C. The zeros of this polynomial are (-2, 0), (-1,0), (1, 0) and (2,0).
d. The zeros of this polynomial are (-2, 0), (1, 0) and (3, 0)
Explanation of choices:

Answer 1

the degree of the polynomial is 5