Calculus, 10th Edition (Anton)

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ISBN 10: 0-47064-772-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-47064-772-1

Appendix C - Solving Polynomial Equations - Exercise Set C - Page A33: 24

Answer

Ans. Yes$ (x+3)$ is a factor of $ x^7+2187$

Work Step by Step

Given:-$ p(x)=x^7+2187$ If p(x)=0 at x=-3 then (x+3) will be the factor of P(x) $p(-3)=(-3)^7+2187$ =-2187+2187 =0 Therefore, $ (x+3)$ is a factor of $ x^7+2187$
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