Question 18
Algebraic ExpressionsFor what value of x is (x4 + 3x3 − 4x2 + 6)/(x − 5) undefined?
- A.15
- B.3
- C.5
- D.1/2
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Answer: C (5)
Explanation
A fraction is undefined when its denominator is zero: x − 5 = 0, x = 5.
For what value of x is (x4 + 3x3 − 4x2 + 6)/(x − 5) undefined?
Answer: C (5)
A fraction is undefined when its denominator is zero: x − 5 = 0, x = 5.