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How many turning points can a polynomial with a degree of 7 have?

A. 6 turning points
B. 7 turning points
C. 8 turning points
D. 9 turning points

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Answer:

6 turning points

Explanation:

User Brad Oestreicher
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The best answer to this question is A because the graph of a polynomial can have up to 1 less turning point than its highest degree. For example, a 10th degree polynomial can have 9 or less turning points. 
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