- A5
- B−3
- C−5
- D3
Step-by-Step Solution
By the factor theorem p(1) = 0, so 1 + k − 2 + 6 = 0, i.e. k + 5 = 0 and k = −5.
Answer: C) −5
If is a factor of , then equals:
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