Question

Which expression is equal to (x+4)(-3x^2-4x+2)

Answer 1

Using synthetic division, with divisor -4 stemming from factor (x+4), we find the coefficients of the quotient:

        ____________________

-4   /     -3          -4             2

                         12             -2

       ------------------------------------

             -3           8              0

The quotient is then -3x + 8, using the coefficients derived using synth. div.