State Whether the Function Is a Polynomial Function or Not $7 ( x - 1 ) ^ { 11 } ( x + 1 ) ^ { 3 }$

question 328

Multiple Choice

State whether the function is a polynomial function or not. If it is, give its degree. If it is not, tell why not.
- $7 ( x - 1 ) ^ { 11 } ( x + 1 ) ^ { 3 }$

• A) Yes; degree 14
• B) Yes; degree 11
• C) Yes; degree 7
• D) Yes; degree 77

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