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JAMB Mathematics 2020 Objective — Question 10

Question 10 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Mathematics 2020 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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What factor is common to all of x^2-x, 2x^2+x-1 and x^2-1?

  • A. x
  • B. 2x-1
  • C. x-1
  • D. x+1Correct

Explanation

x^2-x=x(x-1). 2x^2+x-1=(2x-1)(x+1). x^2-1=(x+1)(x-1). The common factor across all three is x+1.

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