Question

Which of the following x-values is the best approximation of a root of the polynomial? Check all that apply
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A. x=2.4
B. x=-1.1
C. x=1.51
D. x=-0.77
E. x=4.25
F. x=6

Answer 1

A root is where y=0. So look at where those dots are at or near y=0 and pick the x value that best aproximates that.