Remainder Theorem (Grade 12 NSC Matric Mathematics): Flashcards
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Remainder theorem formula for
Remainder theorem formula for
To solve for
To solve for
in
in
The quotient (result of division)
in
in
The remainder (a constant value)
Nature of remainder in remainder theorem
Nature of remainder in remainder theorem
Always a constant, never a polynomial
When remainder for divisor
When remainder for divisor
is a factor of
Step 1: Applying remainder theorem
Step 1: Applying remainder theorem
Identify the linear divisor in form
Finding substitution value from
Finding substitution value from
Solve to get
Remainder theorem vs long division
Remainder theorem vs long division
Saves time in calculations
Caution when using remainder theorem
Caution when using remainder theorem
Be careful with negative signs when substituting