How can we find the root for high degree polynomial functions?

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Finding roots for high degree polynomial functions, specifically those of degree 5 or greater, lacks a general algebraic solution. Instead, numerical methods are recommended for practical applications, which necessitate a foundational understanding of calculus. Galois theory is a significant mathematical field that addresses the root-finding problem for polynomials. Mastery of these concepts is essential for effectively tackling high degree polynomial equations.

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How do you find the root for high degree polynomial functions? I am really lost on this, any help would be appreciated.
 
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I assume that you're referring to real polynomials.

For polymials of degree 5 or greater there is no general algebraic solution.

There are excellent numerical methods for polynomials of finite order, but to understand how they work, requires a little calculus.

Algebraically, there is a field of mathematics called Galois theory that deals with finding roots of polynomials.
 

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