leading coefficient
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The polynomial function is of even degree and leading coefficient is negative.
From Textbooks • Dec. 21, 2021
When the leading coefficient is negative, we factor the negative out as part of the GCF.
From Textbooks • Apr. 22, 2020
When the leading coefficient is not a factor of all the terms, we will divide both sides of the equation by the leading coefficient.
From Textbooks • Apr. 22, 2020
Check first to see if the leading coefficient is a perfect square, a2 .
From Textbooks • Apr. 22, 2020
Since the leading coefficient is negative, the GCF is negative, −6a.
From Textbooks • Apr. 22, 2020
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