If a zero is , then the graph of its function only touches the x–axis at that zero. If a zero is , then the graph of its function crosses the x–axis at that zero.
Answer
Selection 1:
of even multiplicity
Selection 2:
of odd multiplicity

Question

If a zero is , then the graph of its function only touches the x–axis at that zero. If a zero is , then the graph of its function crosses the x–axis at that zero.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

of even multiplicity; Selection 1: of even multiplicity; Selection 2: of odd multiplicity

Graphing Polynomial Functions

If a zero is , then the graph of its function only touches the x–axis at that zero. If a zero is , then the graph of its function crosses the x–axis at that zero.

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