College Algebra (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32178-228-3
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-228-1

Chapter 3 - Polynomial and Rational Functions - Exercise Set 3.4 - Page 386: 7

Answer

Possible rational zeros = $\pm1, \pm2, \pm3, \pm4, \pm6, \pm12$

Work Step by Step

$f(x)=x^5-x^4-7x^3+7x^2-12x-12$ The constant term is 12. Factors of 12:$ \pm1, \pm2, \pm3, \pm4, \pm6, \pm12$ Factors of leading coefficient, 1: $\pm1$ Possible rational zeros = Factors of 12 $\div$ Factors of 1 Possible rational zeros = $\pm1, \pm2, \pm3, \pm4, \pm6, \pm12$
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