If the Following Is a Polynomial Function, Then State Its $$f ( x ) = - 19 - 15 x ^ { 4 } + 6 x - 2 x ^ { 3 } + 4 x ^ { 2 }$$

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Multiple Choice

If the following is a polynomial function, then state its degree and leading coefficient. If it is not, then state this fact.
- $$f ( x ) = - 19 - 15 x ^ { 4 } + 6 x - 2 x ^ { 3 } + 4 x ^ { 2 }$$

• A) Degree: 4 ; leading coefficient: \(- 15\)
• B) Not a polynomial function.
• C) Degree: 4 ; leading coefficient: \(- 19\)
• D) Degree: \(- 19\); leading coefficient: \(- 15\)

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