The polynomial of degree 3, P(x), has a root of multiplicity 2 at x = 1 and a root of multiplicity 1 at x = -5. The y-intercept is y = -2. Find a formula for P(x). P(x) Add Work

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The polynomial of degree 3, P(a), has a root of multiplicity 2 at I = 1 and a root of multiplicity 1 at 5. The y-intercept is y = 2. Find a formula for P(I).
The polynomial of degree 3, P(x), has a root of multiplicity 2 at x = 1 and a root of multiplicity 1 at
x = -5. The y-intercept is y = −2.
Find a formula for P(x).
P(x) =
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