Rolle's Theorem for Polynomial Roots

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Rolle's Theorem for Polynomial Roots

If a polynomial has $$n$$ distinct real roots, then its derivative has at least:

$$n-1$$

distinct real roots between them.

Usage

- Used to establish restrictions on the number of real roots of a polynomial and its derivatives.

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