How to factor a 5-term polynomial (rational zero theorem & synthetic division)

Algebra tutorial on factoring a 5-term polynomial x^4-4x^3+2x-11x+12 using the rational zero theorem (aka the rational root theorem) and the synthetic division. Factoring polynomials is crucial for solving polynomial equations for your algebra and precalculus classes. Check out different methods of factoring this 5-term polynomial below.

By rational zero theorem:    • How to factor a 5-term polynomial (rationa...  
By grouping:    • How to factor a 5-term 4th degree polynomi...  
The double-cross method:    • How to factor a 5-term polynomial (the dou...  

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