The polynomial is tested at

MATHEMATICS · Subjective · A Level · Mathematics · Algebra and Functions · Algebra and Functions

Problem

The polynomial q(x)=3x2−5x+2q(x)=3x^{2}-5x+2 is tested at x=2x=2. Calculate q(2)q(2) and hence explain, in one sentence, whether (x−2)(x-2) is a factor of q(x)q(x).

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