Chapter 2: Introduction to Linear Polynomials

Exercise

Question

Question: 2 (ii)

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Find the values of the following polynomials at the indicated values of the variables.

(ii) 4t^3 - t^2 + 6 if t = a

Answer

1
Substitute t = a into the polynomial and simplify.
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⇒
$4a^3 - a^2 + 6$
2
Write the value of the polynomial.
Answer: $4a^3 - a^2 + 6$
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