For what value of c is (x + 1) a factor of x² + 3x + c?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. 2
- Step 1: By the factor theorem, P(-1) must equal 0.
- Step 2: 1 + 3(-1) + c = 0, so c = 2.
Answer
2.
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