SOLUTION: Suppose f is a polynomial function of degree Six such that f(n) =1/n for n=1,2,3,4,5,6,7. Find f(8). The answer is not 1/8. Hint: consider the polynomial g defined as g(x) = x *

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Question 1005958: Suppose f is a polynomial function of degree Six such that f(n) =1/n for n=1,2,3,4,5,6,7. Find f(8). The answer is not 1/8.
Hint: consider the polynomial g defined as g(x) = x * f(x) - 1.

Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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No. 1/n is not a polynomial, and it is not degree 6. The problem description makes no sense. The question makes no sense.

You are confused for good reason. The description and question are very poor.