Michigan State University - Diagnostic Exam

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4.15

  •   If x2 + 1 is divided by x - 1 , the remainder is?

    a) 4 b) 0 c) 1 d) -1 e) 2

Solution:

Let 2 p(x) = x + 1 . By the Remainder Theorem, the remainder from the division p(x) ÷ (x - 1) is p(1)=2 .

Diagnostic:

If you miss this question please review polynomial division or Remainder Theorem.

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July 15, 2008