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22 December, 00:51

What is the leading coefficient of the polynomial?

5x3 + 17 - 8x5 - 9x4

A) - 8

B) - 9

C) 17

D) 5

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  1. 22 December, 04:48
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    -8

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Write the polynomial from highest power to smallest

    - 8x^5 - 9x^4+5x^3 + 17

    The leading coefficient is the first number in front of the highest power
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