If the Following Is a Polynomial Function, Then State Its $$f ( x ) = 5 x ^ { - 7 } + 17$$

question 119

Multiple Choice

If the following is a polynomial function, then state its degree and leading coefficient. If it is not, then state this fact.
- $$f ( x ) = 5 x ^ { - 7 } + 17$$

• A) Degree: -7; leading coefficient: 5
• B) Degree: 5 ; leading coefficient: \(- 7\)
• C) Degree: 7; leading coefficient: 5
• D) Not a polynomial function

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