a. Suppose f(x) = \(-6x^7 + 3x^2 + 15\). i. What is the leading term of f? -6x Preview -6x syntax ok ii. What is the degree of f? 7 Preview 7 = 7. iii. What is the leading coefficient of f? Preview Enter a mathematical expression [more..] b. Suppose g(x) = 36 - x^2. i. What is the leading term of g? Preview ii. What is the degree of g? Preview iii. What is the leading coefficient of g? Preview
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