JAMB Mathematics 2013 Question 13

Question 13

Polynomials

The remainder when 6p3 − p2 − 47p + 30 is divided by p − 3 is

  1. A.63
  2. B.18
  3. C.21
  4. D.42
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (42)

Explanation

Put p = 3: 162 − 9 − 141 + 30 = 42.