Y1CH7 Algebraic Methods Flashcards
1
Q
In algebraic fractions what do you cancel?
A
Common factors
2
Q
When you divide polynomials what do you find
A
The remainder which can be factorised further
3
Q
What is factor theorem
A
If f(P) = 0 and (x-p) is a factor of f(x)
p = x therefore p is a factor
Plug in the factor and the function should equal to 0!
4
Q
Proof via deduction
A
Using known facts and logical steps
5
Q
Proof via exhaustion
A
Breaking the proof to smaller cases and proving each one
