Solve. -Suppose That a Polynomial Function Is Used to Model the the Data

question 13

Multiple Choice

Solve.
-Suppose that a polynomial function is used to model the data shown in the graph below. For what intervals is the function decreasing?

• A)10 through 50
• B)0 through 10 and 25 through 40
• C)10 through 25 and 40 through 50
• D)10 through 25 and 40 through 45

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Noncontrolling Interest

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Equity Method

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