Which statement describes how the graph of the given polynomial would change if the term 2x5 is added? y = 8x4 - 2x3 + 5 Both ends of the graph will approach negative infinity. The ends of the graph will extend in opposite directions. Both ends of the graph will approach positive infinity. The ends of the graph will approach zero.

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Mercedes Clarke

12 August, 08:08

Which statement describes how the graph of the given polynomial would change if the term 2x5 is added? y = 8x4 - 2x3 + 5 Both ends of the graph will approach negative infinity. The ends of the graph will extend in opposite directions. Both ends of the graph will approach positive infinity. The ends of the graph will approach zero.

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Desmond George · Answer 1

Is there a answer choice i think i know it but not forsure

Jaylah Pitts · Answer 2

The ends of the graph will extend in opposite directions because the degree is now odd. The exponent of 5 makes the polynomial odd, so the answer is B.