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Which of the following is a factor of the polynomial (6x^{4} + 2x^{3} + 15x…

Which of the following is a factor of the polynomial (6x^{4} + 2x^{3} + 15x + 5)?

  • A.
    3x + 1
  • B.
    x + 1
  • C.
    2x + 1
  • D.
    x + 2
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation

Using the remainder theorem, if (x – a) is a factor of f(x), then f(a) = 0.

Check the options and get the answer.