Write a polynomial of least degree with real coefficients and with the root 12−9i. Write your answer using the variable x and in standard form with a leading coefficient of 1.
Q. Write a polynomial of least degree with real coefficients and with the root 12−9i. Write your answer using the variable x and in standard form with a leading coefficient of 1.
Identify conjugate complex root: Identify the conjugate of the given complex root 12−9i, which is 12+9i.
Write corresponding factors: Write the factors corresponding to these roots: (x−(12−9i)) and (x−(12+9i)).
Expand the factors: Expand the factors: (x−12+9i)(x−12−9i).
Apply difference of squares: Apply the difference of squares formula: (x−12)2−(9i)2.
Simplify the expression: Simplify the expression: (x−12)2−81i2.
Replace with 81: Since i2=−1, replace −81i2 with 81: (x−12)2+81.
Expand (x−12)2: Expand (x−12)2: x2−24x+144+81.
Combine like terms: Combine like terms: x2−24x+225.
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