Precalculus (10th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32197-907-9
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-907-0

Chapter 4 - Polynomial and Rational Functions - 4.6 Complex Zeros; Fundamental Theorem of Algebra - 4.6 Assess Your Understanding - Page 240: 5

Answer

True.

Work Step by Step

It is the result of the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra and the Factor Theorem, hence it is true. The fundamental theorem of algebra says that every non-constant single-variable polynomial with complex coefficients has at least a complex root. The factor theorem says that if $f(c)=0$, then $(x-c)$ is a factor of $f(x)$ and vice versa.
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