WAEC Further Mathematics 2024 Question 6

Question 6

Polynomials

If h(x) = x2 + px + 2 is divided by (x + 3), the remainder is 5, find p.

  1. A.1
  2. B.2
  3. C.3
  4. D.4
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Answer: B (2)

Explanation

h(−3) = 9 − 3p + 2 = 5, so 3p = 6 and p = 2.