Question

Select the correct choice that completes the following statement. A polynomial root of multiplicity 2...?

Answer 1

GIven:

A polynomial has a root of multiplicity 2.

The objective is to choose the correct answer fro mthe options.

The root of a polynomial equation is the point on the x axis where y =0.

Thus, the root of a polynomial touches the x axis and passes throught the x axis.

Hence, option (a) is the correct answer.