Algebramedium · Past Paper
Find the remainder when x^2 - 5x + 6 is divided by x - 1.
A0
B2
C6
D12
✓ Correct Answer: B — 2
Using Remainder Theorem, R = P(1) = 1^2 - 5(1) + 6 = 1 - 5 + 6 = 2.
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