Using Descartes rule of signs to find possible zeros

Using Descartes rule of signs to find possible zeros

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to find the zeros of a polynomial, focusing on real and complex zeros. It covers the process of identifying positive zeros by counting sign changes in the polynomial function and discusses the handling of zero terms. The tutorial also explains the subtraction of even numbers from the count of sign changes to determine the number of positive zeros. Additionally, it addresses the calculation of negative zeros and complex solutions, emphasizing the importance of understanding the degree of the polynomial to find the total number of solutions.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the process of finding complex zeros in a polynomial.

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How do you calculate the total number of zeros in a polynomial function?

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What is the relationship between the degree of a polynomial and the number of its zeros?

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