Solve the Problem $R ( x ) = - 0.035 x ^ { 5 } + 3.785 x ^ { 4 } + 250$

question 98

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The following polynomial approximates the shark population in a particular area. $R ( x ) = - 0.035 x ^ { 5 } + 3.785 x ^ { 4 } + 250$ , 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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