Polynomials Flashcards
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What is the remainder theorem?
A
When p(x) is divided by (x-a) the remainder is p(a)
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A polynomial is an expression which can be written as…
A
a+bx+cx^2+dx^3+ex^4+fx^5
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What is the factor theorem?
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If p(a)=0 then (x-a) is a factor of p(x)
