Question 8
PolynomialsIf (6x + k)/(2x2 + 7x − 15) ≡ 4/(x + 5) − 2/(2x − 3) find the value of k.
- A.−21
- B.−22
- C.−24
- D.−25
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Answer: B (−22)
Explanation
6x + k = 4(2x − 3) − 2(x + 5) = 6x − 22, so k = −22.
If (6x + k)/(2x2 + 7x − 15) ≡ 4/(x + 5) − 2/(2x − 3) find the value of k.
Answer: B (−22)
6x + k = 4(2x − 3) − 2(x + 5) = 6x − 22, so k = −22.