Question

If x+2 is a factor of x^2-2ax^2 +16 then value of a is

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Answer:

5/2

Step-by-step explanation:

x^2-2ax^2 +16

x^2(1-2a)+16

given x+2 is factor that is x= -2

(-2)^2(1-2a)+16=0

4(1-2a)=-16

1-2a=-4

2a=5

a=5/2