Solve the polynomial equation in the complex numbers. x4 + 3x3 - 5x2 - 9x - 2 = 0

A. {-1, 2, -2 + , -2 - }
B. {1, -2, -2 + , -2 - }
C. {-1, -2, -2 + , -2 - }
D. {-1, 3, -2 + , -2 - }


Answer: A

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