College Algebra (6th Edition)

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Chapter 3 - Polynomial and Rational Functions - Exercise Set 3.4 - Page 386: 8

Answer

Possible rational zeros = $\pm1, \pm2, \pm\dfrac{1}{2}, \pm\dfrac{1}{4}$

Work Step by Step

$f(x)=4x^5-8x^4-x+2$ The constant term is 2. Factors of 2:$ \pm1, \pm2$ Factors of leading coefficient, 4: $\pm1, \pm2, \pm4$ Possible rational zeros = Factors of 2 $\div$ Factors of 4 Possible rational zeros = $\pm1, \pm2, \pm\dfrac{1}{2}, \pm\dfrac{1}{4}$
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