Find the first derivative of the polynomial function: .

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: A.

  1. Step 1: Differentiate term by term using the power rule . Step 2. Compute: , , , and . Step 3. Sum derivatives: . **Answer: . Why not the others:** Omitting the constant derivative 7 is incorrect.

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