Reading Coefficient Signs off a Cubic Graph

Problem

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The graph of the function f(x)=ax3+bx2+cx+df(x)=ax^3+bx^2+cx+d is shown. Determine the sign (positive or negative) of each of aa, bb, cc, and dd, with justification.

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Difficulty5/10
Topicsfunctions, calculus, Monotonicity, Vieta's Formulas

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