Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
We are given the polynomial:
And we want to determine the value of <em>k</em> such that (<em>x</em> - 2) is a factor of the polynomial.
Recall that the Factor Theorem states that a binomial (<em>x</em> - <em>a</em>) is a factor of a polynomial P(x) if and only if P(a) = 0.
Our binomial factor is (<em>x</em> - 2). Thus, <em>a</em> = 2.
Hence, by the Factor Theorem, P(2) must equal zero.
Find P(2):
This must equal zero. Hence:
In conclusion, <em>k</em> = 34/3.
