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List each real zero of f according to the behavior of the graph at the x-axis near that zero. Zero(s) where the graph crosses the x-axis:Zero(s) where the graph touches, but does not cross the x-axis:

List each real zero of f according to the behavior of the graph at the x-axis near-example-1
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In the graph, there are 2 zeros, one for each type.

The zero where the graph crosses the x axis is 1. When x=1, the function intercepts the x axis and crosses it.

The zero where the graph touches but does not cross the x axis is -1. When x=-1, the function touches x axis but goes back to the quadrant.

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