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The polynomial y = x2 - 5x + 4 has a repeated factor. (It may help to graph the equation.)

A. True

B. False

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Answer:

True

Explanation:

Because if you were to work on the equation you would find it has a repeated factor.

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SOLUTION:

y = x^2 - 5x + 4

y = x^2 - 4x - x + 4

y = x ( x - 4 ) - ( x - 4 )

y = ( x - 4 ) ( x - 1 )

ANSWER:

Therefore, the answer is:

A. True.

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