Question

1. Use complete sentences to explain how it is possible to get linear factors of a polynomial.

2. p(x) is a polynomial with integer coefficients and p(-3) = 0.

Which statements must be true? Choose all that apply.

x + 3 is a factor of the polynomial.
x - 3 is a factor of the polynomial.
-3 is the constant term of the polynomial.
p(x) can have at most 3 linear factors.

Answer 1

1.)If f(a) = 0, then x - a is a factor of the polynomial.

2.) x + 3 is a factor of the polynomial.