SOLUTION: Determine the y-intercept of the given function: f(x)=-2(x-2)(x-1)^2(x+2)^3 a). (0,-32) b). (-32,0) c). (32,0) d). (0,32)

Question 148849: Determine the y-intercept of the given function:
f(x)=-2(x-2)(x-1)^2(x+2)^3
a). (0,-32)
b). (-32,0)
c). (32,0)
d). (0,32)
Found 2 solutions by Alan3354, jim_thompson5910:
Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I don't understand your equation. I don't think it's my fault.
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
To find the y-intercept, simply plug in

Start with the given function.

Plug in

Combine like terms.

Expand.

Multiply.

So when , then . So the y-intercept is (0,32)
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