document.write( "Question 1031736: If the polynomial Q(x) = x^2+ax+1 is a factor of the polynomial P(x) = 2x^3 -16x+b, find the possible values of a and b.\r
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The remainder must be 0 if Q is a factor of P. Work through the polynomial long division process, as messy as may be, and use the remainder equal to zero concept for factors quotient and Q(x). \n" ); document.write( "

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