SOLUTION: Use the given information about the polynomial graph to write the equation. Degree 3. Zeros at x = −5, x = −2, and x = 1. y-intercept at (x, y) = (0, 6)

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Question 1187135: Use the given information about the polynomial graph to write the equation.
Degree 3. Zeros at
x = −5,

x = −2,
and
x = 1.
y-intercept at
(x, y) = (0, 6)
Answer by greenestamps(13206) About Me  (Show Source):
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The given zeros mean the function is of the form

f%28x%29=a%28x%2B5%29%28x%2B2%29%28x-1%29

To determine the constant a, use the given information that f(0)=6.

It's a simple process; I leave it to you to do it.