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(x + 2) is a factor of 2x3 + 5x2 - x - k. The value of k is:


A

-6

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B

6

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C

24

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-24

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Solution

The correct option is B

6


Here, 2(-2)3 + 5(-2)2 - (-2) - k =0

Or, -16 + 20 + 2 - k =0

Or, k = 6.


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