MCQ
If x + a is a factor of x4 - a2x2 + 3x - 6a, then a =
  • A
    0
  • B
    1
  • C
    -1
  • D
    2

Answer

  1. 0
    Solution:
    Put x + a = 0 ⇒ x = -a
    Then, value of x4 - a2x2 + 3x - 6a at x = -a is zero
    Therefore, (-a)4 - a2(-a)2 + 3(-a) - 6a = 0
    -9a = 0 ⇒ a = 0

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