Context for question 6The polynomial 2x4+ax3+4x2+bx−3 is denoted by p(x).It is given that (x2+x+1) is a factor of p(x).
6(a)Polynomial Division Factor TheoremHard4 marksFind the values of a and b.WorkingTypeWriteMath0 wordsabGrade answerSolutionGrading criteria
6(b)Polynomial Division Factor TheoremMedium2 marksHence, show that (x+3) is a factor of p(x).AnswerTypeWriteMath0 wordsGrade answerSolutionGrading criteria