Support · Mathematics Extension 1 11–12 – Year 11 · Polynomials
Support Explain why division by x - α yields P(x) = (x - α)Q(x) + r, where r is a constant, and why x - α is a factor if and only if r = 0
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Prerequisite dot points
Graph polynomials in factored form
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Apply the factor theorem and division to find the zeroes of a polynomial P(x) and solve P(x) = 0 (degree ≤ 4)
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- WorksheetDrillKuta free worksheet: Factors and zerosUse it for: Printable skills-practice sheet with answer key on factors and zeros; good for drill or homework.
Develop and apply the factor theorem to factorise particular polynomials completely and solve related problems
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- Interactive toolStarterMaths Is Fun: Remainder and factor theoremsUse it for: Explains the remainder and factor theorems with examples.
- WorksheetDrillKuta free worksheet: Factors and zerosUse it for: Printable skills-practice sheet with answer key on factors and zeros; good for drill or homework.