Algebramedium · Past Paper

If x-2 is a factor of x^2 + ax - 6, find a.

A1
B2
C3
D-1

✓ Correct Answer: A — 1

P(2) = 0 => 4 + 2a - 6 = 0 => 2a = 2 => a = 1.

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