Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Algebra

Algebra — practice question

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Determine the quotient when $4x^3 + 17x^2 + 9x$ is divided by $x^2 + 5x + 6$, and show that the remainder is $18$.

(b)[3]

Hence solve the equation $4x^3 + 17x^2 + 9x - 18 = 0$.

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This 6-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Carry out the division as far as $4x + k$

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