If the Following Is a Polynomial Function, Then State Its $$f ( x ) = 16 x ^ { 5 } + 6 x ^ { 4 } - 9 x ^ { 3 }$$

question 439

Multiple Choice

If the following is a polynomial function, then state its degree and leading coefficient. If it is not, then state this fact.
- $$f ( x ) = 16 x ^ { 5 } + 6 x ^ { 4 } - 9 x ^ { 3 }$$

• A) Degree: 5; leading coefficient: 16
• B) Degree: 16; leading coefficient: 5
• C) Not a polynomial function.
• D) Degree: 3 ; leading coefficient: 16

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