Question

If (x - 1) is a factor of p(x) = x² + x +k; Find the value of 'k'​

Answer 1

Answer:

k = -2

Step-by-step explanation:

x - 1 = 0

x = 1

p(x) = x^2 + x + k

p(1) = 1^2 + 1 + k

= 1 + 1 + k

= 2 + k

k = -2