State Whether the Function Is a Polynomial Function or Not $$f ( x ) = 3 - \frac { 1 } { 3 } x$$

question 29

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.
- $$f ( x ) = 3 - \frac { 1 } { 3 } x$$

• A) Yes; degree 1
• B) No; x has a fractional coefficient
• C) Yes; degree 3
• D) Yes; degree 0

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