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If (x + 2) is a factor of x\(^2\) +px - 10, find the value...

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WAEC 2020

If (x + 2) is a factor of x\(^2\) +px - 10, find the value of P. 

  • A. 3
  • B. -3
  • C. 7
  • D. -7
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Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation

x + 2 = 0

x -2

x\(^2\) = px - 10 = 0

(-2)\(^2\) - 2p - 10 = 0

4 - 2p - 10 = 0

\(\frac{-2p}{-2} = \frac{6}{-2}\) \(\to\) p = -3


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