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The discussion centers on solving an inequality problem involving a polynomial of degree higher than 6, specifically requiring the solution set of x < -3, 0 < x < 2, or 2 < x < 6. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding polynomial factors and suggest that the original poster (OP) should reference their textbook for similar examples. The key takeaway is that the polynomial will have roots at x = -3, x = 0, x = 2, and x = 6, which indicates the necessary factors for constructing the polynomial.

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Homework Statement
Determine a possible inequality question (in any form) with a degree higher than 6 the has the solution: x<-3 or 0<x<2 or 2<x<6. Justify your solution in full detail
Relevant Equations
x<-3 or 0<x<2 or 2<x<6
I am honestly not sure where to start. Please give me a hint on how to solve this problem. Thanks!
 
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MartynaJ said:
Homework Statement:: Determine a possible inequality question (in any form) with a degree higher than 6 the has the solution: x<-3 or 0<x<2 or 2<x<6. Justify your solution in full detail
Relevant Equations:: x<-3 or 0<x<2 or 2<x<6

I am honestly not sure where to start. Please give me a hint on how to solve this problem. Thanks!
What does an inequality with a degree higher than 6 mean in this context? Have you studied that yet? (and if not, why are they asking you this question?)
 
berkeman said:
What does an inequality with a degree higher than 6 mean in this context?
The OP probably has studied polynomials (in factored form), and is asked to solve an inequality something like p(x) > 0, where p(x) is a polynomial of degree >= 6.
 
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Mark44 said:
The OP probably has studied polynomials (in factored form), and is asked to solve an inequality something like p(x) > 0, where p(x) is a polynomial of degree >= 6.
Ya we studied polynomials in factors form, but I am not sure how I can solve this.
 
MartynaJ said:
Ya we studied polynomials in factors form, but I am not sure how I can solve this.
Then I suggest you look at your textbook and class notes to see if there is a similar example.
Given the inequalities x<-3 or 0<x<2 or 2<x<6 , the polynomial will have roots (x-intercepts) at x = -3, x = 0, x = 2, and x = 6. This should suggest what the factors should be.

Since you haven't shown any work in this thread, I am closing it. When you have some idea of what to do, please start a new thread.
 

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