WAEC Mathematics 2001 Question 14

Question 14

Algebraic Expressions

Evaluate (x2 + x − 2)/(2x2 + x − 3) when x = −1

  1. A.−2
  2. B.−1
  3. C.−½
  4. D.1
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (1)

Explanation

Numerator: 1 − 1 − 2 = −2. Denominator: 2 − 1 − 3 = −2. −2 ÷ −2 = 1.