A proof that polynomials have roots

Uwe F. Mayer

Abstract: This is a letter to the editor giving an elementary proof of the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. It should be accessible to any student after one year of calculus.

Key words: Fundamental Theorem of Algebra, polynomial, root, compactness, continuity.

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