Math Problem Statement

If c is a zero of the polynomial P, then consider the following: (a) P(c) = ?, (b) x - c is a ___ of P(x), (c) c is a(n) ___-intercept of the graph of P.

Solution

Let's address the questions based on the given information:

If cc is a zero of the polynomial PP, here's how we can complete the statements:

(a) P(c)=?P(c) = ?
Since cc is a zero of the polynomial PP, it means P(c)=0P(c) = 0.

(b) xcx - c is a ___ of P(x)P(x).
If cc is a zero, then xcx - c is a factor of P(x)P(x).

(c) cc is a(n) ___-intercept of the graph of PP.
Since cc is a zero of PP, it represents the xx-intercept of the graph of PP.

So the completed answers are:

(a) P(c)=0P(c) = 0
(b) xcx - c is a factor of P(x)P(x).
(c) cc is an xx-intercept of the graph of PP.

Would you like more details or have any questions about this?

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  1. How do you find the zeros of a polynomial function?
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  3. How do you determine the multiplicity of a zero?
  4. What is the significance of the x-intercept in the graph of a function?
  5. How can you use synthetic division to verify a zero of a polynomial?

Tip: Remember, zeros of a polynomial function correspond to the points where the graph intersects the x-axis, which are also the roots or solutions of the polynomial equation P(x)=0P(x) = 0.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Zeros of Polynomials
Factored Form of Polynomials
x-Intercept

Formulas

P(c) = 0
x - c is a factor of P(x)

Theorems

Factor Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12