Can we conclude that x - 5 is a factor of the polynomial x^3 − x^2 − 17x − 15

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Subscriptions to a popular fashion magazine have gone down by a consistent percentage each year and can be modeled by the function y = 42,000(0.96)t. what does the value 42,000 represent in the function?

Find the smallest number by which the given number should be divided to make a perfect cube(with steps or the answer will get reported) a.108 b.2187

Ametal rod needs to be 9 feet and 5.5 inches in length. the sections of the poles being used are each 1 foot and 10.5 inches long. how many 1ft 10.5in sections would be needed to complete the 9ft 5.5in metal rod? and how many inches of material will be left?