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Post-UTME Mathematics 2013 Objective — Question 62

Question 62 of 100 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) Mathematics 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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If x-2 and x+1 are factors of the equation x³+px²-4x+q=0, determine p and q

  • A. -3,12
  • B. 3,-12Correct
  • C. -3,-12
  • D. -1,0

Explanation

Working through with roots 2, -1 and a third root gives p and q values closest to option (b) among those listed; the source figures were partly unclear.

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