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Mathematics Preparing for Higher Math · Algebra Q37

Question 37 as printed in the Preparing for the ACT — Practice Test 1 booklet — As printed in the official booklet.

The polynomial function defined by 3 2 p ( x ) = x + x − 8x − 12 has ( x − 3 ) as one of its linear factors. What are all and only the zeros of p ?

A
−3 and −2
B
−3 and 2
C
−2 and 3
D
2 and 3

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