Math Problem Statement
Degree 3 polynomial with integer coefficients with zero 4i and (8/7)
Solution
A degree 3 polynomial with integer coefficients must have conjugate pairs of complex roots if it includes any complex roots. Given that is a zero, its conjugate must also be a zero.
Thus, the polynomial will have three roots:
Now, let's construct the polynomial.
- The factor corresponding to the root is .
- The factor corresponding to the root is .
- The factor corresponding to the root is because we need integer coefficients.
First, combine the factors corresponding to and :
Now, the polynomial is:
Let's expand this:
Thus, the degree 3 polynomial is:
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- How do you find the conjugate of a complex root?
- What is the reasoning behind multiplying polynomials with rational roots?
- How can you verify if a polynomial has integer coefficients?
- What are the conditions for a polynomial to have complex roots?
- Can a polynomial of degree 3 have only real roots?
Tip: Whenever a polynomial has a complex root, its conjugate must also be a root if the polynomial has real (or integer) coefficients.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Polynomials
Complex Numbers
Integer Coefficients
Conjugate Roots
Rational Roots
Formulas
(x - 4i)(x + 4i) = x^2 + 16
(7x - 8)
Polynomial expansion: (x^2 + 16)(7x - 8) = 7x^3 - 8x^2 + 112x - 128
Theorems
Conjugate Root Theorem: If a polynomial has real (or integer) coefficients and includes a complex root, the conjugate of that root must also be a root.
Factorization Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12
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