Polynomial Root Bound Using Rolle's Theorem

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Polynomial Root Bound Using Rolle's Theorem

If a polynomial $$P(x)$$ has $$n$$ distinct real roots, then:

$$P'(x)$$

has at least $$n-1$$ distinct real roots.

Usage

- Used to place upper bounds on the number of distinct real roots of polynomial equations.

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