Question
If xn - 1 is divisible by $\text{x}-\lambda,$ then the least positive integral value of $\lambda$ is:
  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4

Answer

  1. 1

Solution:

Given

xn - 1

We know that

x = k is the root of the equation(x - 1)

⇒ xn - 1 = 0

⇒ xn = 1

Hence, the least positive integral value of $\lambda$ is 1.

Need a full question paper?

Generate a complete, print-ready paper with questions like this in minutes — across 16+ boards, with answer keys.

Start Generating Free