Discussion Prompt: Post a Problem (Chapter 3)

For this discussion post please ample the discussion prompt with an excellent explanation of the mathematical problem for academic clarity and formatting. The response must include all parts of the discussion prompt for the MML question concerned.

On a sheet of paper include the following:

• The name is Lucas Patt and Source Review Homework 3.2 Question 16: clearly printed and legible.
• Problem and any directions
• Write out the solution to the problem. (include all algebraic work/graphs)

Math Question:

Find the zeros for the polynomial function and give the multiplicity for each zero. State whether the graph crosses the x-axis or touches the x-axis and turns around at each zero.

Equation:f(x)=x3+3x24x12

1. There are three zeros overall in my equation. The multiplicity of the smallest zero is_? The multiplicity of the largest zero is_? The multiplicity of the other zero is_?

2. Finally determine the behavior of the function at each zero whether the graph crosses the x-axis or touches the x-axis and turns around at each zero or at all zeros.