WAEC Further Mathematics 2012 Question 12

Question 12

Polynomials

A polynominal is defined by f(x + 1) = x3 + 3x2 − 4x + 2, find f(2).

  1. A.−8
  2. B.−2
  3. C.2
  4. D.8
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (2)

Explanation

x + 1 = 2 when x = 1, so f(2) = 1 + 3 − 4 + 2 = 2.