Denise G. answered 03/15/19
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A polynomial that has no roots means it has no x intercepts. If you start with a 4th degree parent function like f(x)=x^4 and then shift it up vertically there will be no x intercepts.
f(x)=x^4+5 has no x intercepts and therefore no roots.