Question

· f(x)= x2 - 49
Identify the number of zeros of the polynomial function

Answer 1

x = -7, x = 7

Explanation:

Firstly, you are going to set the equation to 0, and then factor it.

Set equation to 0 -----> f(x)= x^2 - 49 will become x^2 - 49 = 0

Now, you're going to factor the equation.

You'll get (x-7) (x+7) upon factoring.

Thirdly, you will set (x-7)(x+7) equal to 0 and also solve for x.

Keep in mind that you'll be treating them as two separate equations

So, ----> (x-7) = 0 (x+7) = 0

When you solve for the x, you'll find out that x is equal to 7 and -7 ---> these are your zeros.