If the Following Is a Polynomial Function, Then State Its $$f ( x ) = - 15 x ^ { 5 } - 9 x ^ { 4 } - 6 x ^ { 3 } + 12$$

question 142

Multiple Choice

If the following is a polynomial function, then state its degree and leading coefficient. If it is not, then state this fact.
- $$f ( x ) = - 15 x ^ { 5 } - 9 x ^ { 4 } - 6 x ^ { 3 } + 12$$

• A) Degree: 4 ; leading coefficient: \(- 15\)
• B) Degree: 5; leading coefficient: \(- 15\)
• C) Degree: \(- 15\); leading coefficient: \(- 6\)
• D) Not a polynomial function.

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