SOLUTION: Write a polynomial function f of least degree that has rational coefficients, a leading coefficient of 1, and the given Zeros. Given Zeros: -7, -4 Is there a way you can sho

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Question 858524: Write a polynomial function f of least degree that has rational coefficients, a leading coefficient of 1, and the given Zeros.
Given Zeros:
-7, -4
Is there a way you can show the steps too?
Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!


If is a zero of a polynomial equation, then is a factor of the polynomial.

So the two factors of your desired polynomial are and , which is to say and .

So FOIL .

John

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