Find the x-intercepts of the polynomial function. State whether the graph crosses the x-axis, or touches the x-axis and turns around, at each intercept. f(x) = x3 + 8x2 + 20x + 16

A. 2, crosses the x-axis;
-2, touches the x-axis and turns around;
-4, crosses the x-axis.
B. -2, crosses the x-axis; 
-4, touches the x-axis and turns around
C. 2, crosses the x-axis;
-2, crosses the x-axis; 
-4, crosses the x-axis.
D. -2, touches the x-axis and turns around; 
-4, crosses the x-axis.


Answer: D

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