Find All Real Zeros of the Polynomial $p ( x ) = 4 x ^ { 3 } - 2 x - 4 x ^ { 2 } + 2$

question 48

Essay

Find all real zeros of the polynomial $p ( x ) = 4 x ^ { 3 } - 2 x - 4 x ^ { 2 } + 2$ . Use the quadratic formula if necessary.

Understand how monopolists determine production levels and pricing.

Evaluate the impact of patent protection on market competition.

Recognize the significance of marginal revenue and marginal cost in a monopolist’s decision-making process.

Understand the concept of rent-seeking behavior in the context of monopolies.