Question

For the polynomial p(x), if p(7) = 0, then __________ is a factor of p(x).

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Solution

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Correct option is

C

x+7

For a polynomial P(x), if P(a)=0

then (x−a) is a factor of P(x).

Here, P(−7)=0

So, x−(−7) is a factor of P(x)

∴x+7 is a factor of P(x).