Question 8
PolynomialsFind the reminder when f(x) = 2x3 − 4x2 + x − 7 is divided by (x + 1).
- A.−14
- B.−8
- C.8
- D.14
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Answer: A (−14)
Explanation
By the remainder theorem the remainder is f(−1) = −2 − 4 − 1 − 7 = −14.
Find the reminder when f(x) = 2x3 − 4x2 + x − 7 is divided by (x + 1).
Answer: A (−14)
By the remainder theorem the remainder is f(−1) = −2 − 4 − 1 − 7 = −14.