Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Algebra

Algebra — practice question

(i)[4]

Determine the quotient and the remainder when $x^4 + x^3 + 3x^2 + 12x + 6$ is divided by $(x^2 - x + 4)$.

(ii)[2]

It is stated that, on dividing $x^4 + x^3 + 3x^2 + px + q$ by $(x^2 - x + 4)$, the remainder is zero. Determine the values of the constants $p$ and $q$.

(iii)[3]

With these values of $p$ and $q$, show that there is exactly one real value of $x$ that satisfies the equation $x^4 + x^3 + 3x^2 + px + q = 0$ and state that value.

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This 9-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Complete the division at least up to the quotient $x^2+kx$.

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