4. Consider the graph below of the polynomial function $p(x)$. Write the equation of $p(x)$ in factored form. Be sure to support your thinking.
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Step 1: Since the graph passes through the points (4, 0), (2, 0), (1, -5), (0, 6), and (4, 10), we know that these points are the x-intercepts and y-intercepts of the polynomial function p(x). Show more…
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