If the Following Is a Polynomial Function, Then State Its $$f ( x ) = - 1 - 5 x - 18 x ^ { 2 } - 9 x ^ { 3 } - 12 x ^ { 4 }$$

question 183

Multiple Choice

If the following is a polynomial function, then state its degree and leading coefficient. If it is not, then state this fact.
- $$f ( x ) = - 1 - 5 x - 18 x ^ { 2 } - 9 x ^ { 3 } - 12 x ^ { 4 }$$

• A) Degree: 4 ; leading coefficient: \(- 1\)
• B) Degree: \(- 1\); leading coefficient: \(- 12\)
• C) Degree: 4; leading coefficient: \(- 12\)
• D) Not a polynomial function.

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