Solve the Problem
-The Following Polynomial Approximates the Shark Population $$R ( x ) = - 0.018 x ^ { 5 } + 4.013 x ^ { 4 } + 300$$

question 183

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem
-The following polynomial approximates the shark population in a particular area. $$R ( x ) = - 0.018 x ^ { 5 } + 4.013 x ^ { 4 } + 300$$ where x is the number of years from year 0. Use a graphing calculator to describe the shark population from the years 0 to 25.

• A) The population remains stable.
• B) The population decreases.
• C) The population increases.

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