Question 8
PolynomialsIf (x − 3) is a factor of 2x2 − 2x + p, find the value of constant p
- A.−12
- B.−6
- C.3
- D.6
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Answer: A (−12)
Explanation
By the factor theorem, putting x = 3 gives 0: 18 − 6 + p = 0, so p = −12.
If (x − 3) is a factor of 2x2 − 2x + p, find the value of constant p
Answer: A (−12)
By the factor theorem, putting x = 3 gives 0: 18 − 6 + p = 0, so p = −12.