Question

Find the zeros of the polynomial function and state the multiplicity of each. (1 point) f(x) = 3(x + 8)2(x - 8)3

Answer 1

Answer:

-8, multiplicity 2; 8, multiplicity 3

Step-by-step explanation:

f(x) = 3(x + 8)^2(x - 8)^3

x + 8 = 0

x = -8

Because of the exponent 2, multiplicity is 2.

x - 8 = 0

x = 8

Because of the exponent 3, multiplicity is 3.

Answer: -8, multiplicity 2; 8, multiplicity 3