The cubic polynomial arises in a physics experiment while simplifying an algebraic…

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Problem

The cubic polynomial 6x3−30x2+24x6x^{3}-30x^{2}+24x arises in a physics experiment while simplifying an algebraic expression for force. Analyse it as follows: (i) Factorise the polynomial completely. (ii) Hence, determine all values of xx for which the polynomial is zero. (iii) Show that the product of the non-zero roots is equal to the constant term of the quadratic factor obtained after the first stage of factorisation.

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