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Give an example of a polynomial where the ends are both facing downwards.

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A polynomial where the ends are facing downwards is an even-degree polynomial with a negative leading coefficient.

An example for this is : f(x) = -x^2
where the degree is even (2) and the leading coefficient is negative (-1).
When graphing this function, you'll find both ends pointing downwards.
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