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Let (x + 3) be a factor of the polynomial P(x) = x^3 + ax^2 - 7x + 6. Find a and the other two factors.

Firstly, (x - c) is a factor of a polynomial P(x) if and only if there exists a polynomial Q(x) such that P(x) = (x - c)Q(x), where c is a real or complex constant.
Therefore, we can write: P(x) = x...

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How can I revise for the unseen poetry part of the exam?


Despite not being able to see the poem beforehand, there are several ways to prepare such that a strong critical opinion can be methodically formed, regardless as to whether its true ‘meaning’ is im...

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Describe the role of the heart and lungs in the oxygenation of blood in humans. Why is oxygen is essential for the functioning of the human body.

The main purpose of oxygen in the body is for respiration. Respiration is a biochemical reaction, by which the body produces energy in the form of ATP to complete both cellular and other functions. This p...

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Let n be a positive integer. Find the continuous functions f:ℝ->ℝ with the property that integral from 1 to x of f(ln(t)) dt=x^n ln(x) for all positive real numbers x.

Differentiating the integral equation with respect to x we obtain: f(ln(x))=nxn-1ln(x)+xn-1=x

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integration by parts: x^-2lnx

u=lnx du/dx = 1/x dv/dx=x^-2 v= -1/x =uv - (integral of)vdu/dx (-lnx)/x + integral of x^-2 =(-lnx)/x - 1/x +c

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