2013 · Q18
For what values of k will 4x^5+9x^4−7x³−5x²−4kx+3k² contain (x−1) as a factor?
Elementary MathematicsAlgebra
- A3, −1/2
- B3, −1
- C0, 1/3
- D1, 1/3
Explanation
P(1)=3k²−4k+1=0→k=1,1/3. Answer D.
For what values of k will 4x^5+9x^4−7x³−5x²−4kx+3k² contain (x−1) as a factor?
Explanation
P(1)=3k²−4k+1=0→k=1,1/3. Answer D.