Question

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in the polynomial function below, what is the leading coefficient?
$f(x) = \frac{1}{4}x^5 + 8x - 5x^4 - 19$

a. 8
b. $\frac{1}{4}$
c. $-19$
d. $-5$
e. 2

Explanation:

Step1: Find the highest degree term

The polynomial is $F(x)=\frac{1}{4}x^5 + 8x -5x^4 -19$. The highest exponent of $x$ is 5, so the term is $\frac{1}{4}x^5$.

Step2: Identify the leading coefficient

The coefficient of the highest degree term $\frac{1}{4}x^5$ is $\frac{1}{4}$.

Answer:

B. $\frac{1}{4}$