Finds a positive value of p if the expression 2x2 – px + p leaves a remainder 6 when divided by x – p and q
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A.
1 -
B.
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C.
3 -
D.
4
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
x – p,x = p
2p2 – p2 + p = 6
= p2 + p – 6
= 0
p = 3, 2
x – p,x = p
2p2 – p2 + p = 6
= p2 + p – 6
= 0
p = 3, 2