Question 9
PolynomialsGiven that (x − 2) is a factor of 8 − 2qx − x2, find the value of q
- A.−2
- B.1
- C.−1
- D.2
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Answer: B (1)
Explanation
By the factor theorem, x = 2 gives 0: 8 − 4q − 4 = 0, so q = 1.
Given that (x − 2) is a factor of 8 − 2qx − x2, find the value of q
Answer: B (1)
By the factor theorem, x = 2 gives 0: 8 − 4q − 4 = 0, so q = 1.