OAU Post-UTME Mathematics 2013 Question 9

Question 9

Polynomials

What is the remainder when x3 + 5x2 − 6x + 1 is divided by x − 1?

  1. A.−1
  2. B.2
  3. C.−2
  4. D.1
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (1)

Explanation

Remainder = f(1) = 1 + 5 − 6 + 1 = 1.