In the polynomial function below what is the leading coefficient f(x)=1/4x^5+8x-5x^4-19

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Alvins · Answer 1 · 2019-09-19T16:53:16+0000

Answer:

Explanation:

The leading coefficient of a polynomial are the real numbers that is placed in front of the variable with the highest exponent.

Given polynomial function :
f(x)=(1)/(4)x^5+8x-5x^4-19

Variable with the highest exponent=
x^5

Number placed in front of
x^5=(1)/(4)

Hence, the leading coefficient =