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To simplify this process, we can use a process called division. Synthetic division works when dividing a polynomial by. To get started, make sure the polynomial is arranged in order of powers. Make sure to use a for any missing term. Write for the divisor, and the of the polynomial for the dividend. synthetic descending zero coefficients c
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The Remainder Theorem: If the polynomial is divided by, then the remainder is.
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If the remainder is, that means that, and therefore c is a of the function. zero root
Use synthetic division to evaluate the function 7.