Precalculus (10th Edition)

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Chapter 4 - Polynomial and Rational Functions - 4.6 Complex Zeros; Fundamental Theorem of Algebra - 4.6 Assess Your Understanding - Page 240: 25

Answer

$\pm2i,-3,\frac{1}{2}$

Work Step by Step

Step 1. Given a zero $x=-2i$, we know another zero is $x=2i$, thus $(x+2i)(x-2i)=x^2+4$ is a factor. Step 2. Perform a division as shown in the figure to get the quotient $2x^2+5x-3$ (one can also perform synthetic divisions to get the same result). Step 3. Solve $2x^2+5x-3=0$ or $(2x-1)(x+3)=0$ to get $x=-3,\frac{1}{2}$
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