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The polynomial of degree 5, P(x) has leading coefficient 1, has roots of multiplicity 2 at x=5 and x=0, and a root of multiplicity 1 at x=-5 Find a possible formula for P(x) .

 May 19, 2015

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P(x) = (x-5)^2 (x - 0)^2 (x + 5)  =  x^5 - 5x^4 -25x^2 +125x^2

 

Here's the graph.......https://www.desmos.com/calculator/cpg3b8797c

 

 

 May 20, 2015
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Best Answer

P(x) = (x-5)^2 (x - 0)^2 (x + 5)  =  x^5 - 5x^4 -25x^2 +125x^2

 

Here's the graph.......https://www.desmos.com/calculator/cpg3b8797c

 

 

CPhill May 20, 2015

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