If 2x(^2) + x – 3 divides x – 2, find the remainder.
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A.
7 -
B.
3 -
C.
5 -
D.
6
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
When you divide a polynomial p(x) by (x – a), the remainder = p(a)
i.e. In the case of 2x(^2) + x – 3 (div) (x – 2), the remainder = p(2).
= 2(2)(^2) + 2 – 3
= 8 + 2 – 3
= 7.
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