UNIT 2: Algebra

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2 POLYNOMIALS

Syllabus
¾ Zeroes of a polynomial. Relationship between zeroes and coefficients of quadratic
polynomials. Statement and simple problems on division algorithm of polynomials
with real coefficients.

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Zeroes of a Polynomial and Coefficients
of Quadratic Polynomials

Revision Notes

¾ Polynomial: An algebraic expression in the form of anxn + an–1xn–1 +.........+

a2x2+a1x + a0, (where n is a whole number and a0, a1, a2, ........., an are real
numbers) is called a polynomial in one variable x of degree n.
¾ Value of a Polynomial at a given point : If p(x) is a polynomial in x and ‘α’ is any
real number, then the value obtained by putting x = α in p(x),
is called the value of p(x) at x = α.
¾ Zero of a Polynomial: A real number k is said to be a zero of
a polynomial p(x), if p(k) = 0.
Geometrically, the zeroes of a polynomial p(x) are precisely
the X-co-ordinates of the points, where the graph of y =
p(x) intersects the X-axis.
(i) A linear polynomial has one and only one zero.
(ii) A quadratic polynomial has at most two zeroes.
 Mnemonics

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Concept: Formula → α.b =
a
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Interpretation:
Amitabh’s A ⇒ Alpha (α)
Bachchan's B ⇒ Beta (b)
Canada’s C ⇒ Constant (c)
By for Divide by and aeroplane’s a ⇒ Variable.

How is it done on the GREENBOARD?

Q.1. If α and b are the roots of equation Step III: Product of roots
x2 – 5x + 6 = 0, then find the value of c 6
αb = =
α – b. a 1
Solution or, αb = 6 ...(ii)
Step I: Compare x2 – 5x + 6 = 0
with ax2 + bx + c = 0 Step IV: α – b= ± (α + β)2 − 4αβ
to get a = 1, b = – 5 and c = 6.
−b or, α – b= ± (5)2 − 4 × 6
Step II: Sum of roots, α + b =
a 25 − 24
=±
−(−5)
= =± 1 =±1
1
or, α+b=5 ...(i) = 1 or – 1

Very Short Answer Type Questions 1 mark each

Q. 1. If the sum of the zeroes of the quadratic polynomial Q. 2. If one zero of the quadratic polynomial x2 + 3x + k
3x2 – kx + 6 is 3, then find the value of k. is 2, then find the value of k.
C + U [CBSE SQP, 2020-21] C + U [CBSE Delhi Set-I, 2020]
Sol. Let the roots of the given quadratic equation be α Sol. Let p(x) = x2 + 3x + k
and b Q 2 is a zero of p(x), then
So we have,
p(2) = 0 ½
k
α+b = ½ ∴ 2
(2) + 3(2) + k = 0
3
⇒ 4+6+k =0
k
3= ⇒ 10 + k = 0
3
⇒ k = – 10 ½
k =9 ½
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020-21] [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020]
Q. 3. It the sum of the zeroes of a quadratic polynomial
is – 5 and their product is 6, then find the equation COMMONLY MADE ERROR
of the quadratic polynomial.
A [CBSE Delhi Set-I, 2020]  Students often make mistakes in analyzing
Sol. Let α and b be the zeroes of the quadratic the zeroes as they get confused with the
polynomial, then different terms.
α + b = –5
and αb = 6
ANSWERING TIP
So, required polynomial is
x2 – (α + b)x + αb = x2 –(–5)x + 6
= x2 + 5x + 6. 1  Understand the different cases for zeroes.
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020]
Q. 5. The graph of y = p(x), where p(x) is a polynomial
Q. 4. Find the zeroes of the polynomial x2 – 3x – m in variable x, is as follows :
(m + 3). U [CBSE OD Set-I, 2020] Y
2
Sol. Given, x – 3x – m(m + 3)
putting x = – m, we get
X
= (– m)2 – 3(– m) – m(m + 3)
= m2 + 3m – m2 – 3m = 0,
putting x = m + 3, we get
= (m + 3)2 – 3(m + 3) – m(m + 3)
= (m + 3)[m + 3 – 3 – m] Find the number of zeroes of p(x).
= (m + 3)[0] = 0. R [CBSE SQP, 2020]
Hence, – m and m + 3 are the zeroes of given Sol. Since the graph touches the X-axis 5 times.
polynomial. 1 Hence, the number of zeroes of p(x) is 5. 1
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020] [CBSE SQP Marking Scheme, 2020]

Short Answer Type Questions-I 2 marks each

Q. 1. Find a quadratic polynomial where zeroes are Q. 2. A teacher asked 10 of his students to write a
5 − 3 2 and 5 + 3 2 polynomial in one variable on a paper and then
A [CBSE SQP, 2020-21] to handover the paper. The following were the
answers given by the students :
Sol. Sum of zeroes = 5 − 3 2 + 5 + 3 2 = 10 ½ 2x + 3, 3x2 + 7x + 2, 4x3 + 3x2 + 2, x3 + 3x + 7,
Product of zeroes = ( 5 − 3 2 )( 5 + 3 2 ) 1 5 1
7x + 7 , 5x3 – 7x + 2, 2x2 + 3 – , 5x – ,
= 25 – 18 = 7 x 2
Polynomial is given by
x2 – (sum of zeroes)x + (product of zeroes) = 0 1
ax3 + bx2 + cx + d, x + .
p(x) = x2 – 10x + 7 ½ x
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020-21]
Answer the following question :
COMMONLY MADE ERROR (i) How many of the above ten, are not polynomials ?
(ii) How many of the above ten, are quadratic
 Students often commit errors in finding a polynomials ?
quadratic polynomial. Some students find A + C [CBSE OD Set-I/II/III, 2020]
sum of zeroes and product of zeroes but
not find a complete polynomial. 5 1
Sol. (i) x 3 + 3x + 7 , 2 x 2 + 3 −and x + are not
x x
polynomials. 1
ANSWERING TIP 2
(ii) 3x + 7x + 2 is only one quadratic polynomial. 1
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020]
 Students should read the question
properly and solved step by step.
 Q. 3. Find the value of p, for which one root of the quadratic polynomial px2 – 14x + 8 = 0 is 6 times the other.
C + A [CBSE OD Set III, 2017]

Topper Answer, 2017

Sol.

Q. 4. If zeroes of the polynomial x2 + 4x + 2a are α and So, quadratic polynomial

2 = x2 – (Sum of zeroes)x
, then find the value of a.
α + Product of zeroes
C + U [Board Term, 2016] ⎛ 21 ⎞ 5
= x2 – ⎜ ⎟ x +
⎝ 8⎠ 16
c
Sol. Product of (zeroes) roots = 1
a = (16x2 – 42x + 5) 1
16
2a 2
= = α. 1 Q. 6. If α and b are the zeroes of a polynomial
1 α
x2– 4 3 x + 3, then find the value of α + b – αb.
or, 2a = 2
\ a=1 1 C + A [Board Term-1, 2015]
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] Sol. Let, x2 – 4 3x + 3 = 0

Q. 5. Find the quadratic polynomial whose sum and If α and b are the zeroes of x2 – 4 3 x + 3
21 5 b
product of the zeroes are and respectively. Then, α+b =–
8 16 a
A [Board Term-1, 2016]
( −4 3)
Sol. Given, ⇒ α+b =–
1
21
Sum of zeroes = α+b =4 3 1
8 ⇒
5 c
and Product of zeroes = 1 and αb =
16 a
 3
αb = c k
1 and αb = = =k 1
a 1
⇒ αb = 3
∴ α + b – αb = 4 3 – 3. 1 Given, α2 + b2 = (α + b)2 – 2αb = 40
Q. 7. If α and b are the zeroes of the polynomial ⇒ (6)2 – 2k = 40
f(x) = x2 – 6x + k, find the value of k, such that
α2 + b2 = 40. C + A [Board Term-1, 2015] ⇒ 36 – 2k = 40

b ⇒ –2k = 4
Sol. α+b =–
a ∴ k =–2 1
=
−( − 6 ) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015]
=6
1

Short Answer Type Questions-II 3 marks each

Q. 1. If one root of the quadratic equation 3x2 + px + Q. 3. Find a quadratic polynomial whose zeroes are
2 reciprocals of the zeroes of the polynomial
4 = 0 is , then find the value of p and the other f(x) = ax2 + bx + c, a ≠ 0, c ≠ 0.
3
A [CBSE Delhi Set-I, 2020]
root of the equation. C + A [CBSE SQP, 2020-21]
Sol. Let α and b be zero of the given polynomial
Sol. 3x2 + px + 4 = 0 ax2 + bx + c
2 b c
∵ is a root so it must satisfy the given ∴ α + b = − and αb = 1
3 a a
equation b
2 1 1 β+α -
= a =
-b
æ 2ö æ 2ö s= + = ½
3ç ÷ + pç ÷ + 4 = 0 α β αβ c c
è 3ø è 3ø
a
4 2p 1 1 1 a
+ +4 =0 ½ p= · = = ½
3 3 α β αβ c
On solving we get Quadratic polynomial
p
= –8 ½ ⎛ b⎞ a
= x2 − ⎜ − ⎟ x +
3x2 – 8x + 4 =0 ⎝ c⎠ c
3x2 – 6x – 2x + 4 =0 ½ 1 2
p(x) = (cx +bx+a) 1
3x(x – 2) – 2(x – 2)
=0 ½ c
2 [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020]
x= or x = 2 ½
3 Q. 4. If 4 is a zero of the cubic polynomial x3 – 3x2 – 10x
Hence, x =2 ½ + 24, find its other two zeroes.
So the other root is 2. A + E [CBSE Delhi Set-I, 2020]
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020-21] Sol. x3 – 3x – 10x + 24
Q. 2. The roots α and b of the quadratic equation Let α, b and γ be the zeroes of given polynomial
x2 – 5x + 3(k – 1) = 0 are such that α – b = 1. Find ∴ α+b+γ =3 ...(i)
the value of k. U [CBSE SQP, 2020-21] αb + bγ + γα = – 10 ...(ii)
αbγ = – 24 ...(iii) 1
Sol. We have a+b =5 ...(i) ½ Given : α = 4
a–b =1 ...(ii) ½ from eqn. (i) b + γ = – 1
Solving (i) and (ii), we get from eqn (ii) bγ = – 6
a = 3 and b = 2 ½ (b – γ)2 = (b + γ)2 – 4bγ
also ab = 6 ½ = (–1)2 – 4(– 6)
or 3(k – 1) = 6 ½ = 25
k–1 =2 ∴ b–γ =±5
k =3 ½ b–γ =5 ...(iv) 1
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020-21] b + γ = –1
 2b = 4 ⇒ b = 2 Detailed Solution:
and γ = – 3 11 2
Given, polynomial is 7y2 – y– ...(i)
Hence zeroes are – 3, 2 and 4. 1 3 3
1
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020] (21y2 – 11y – 2) ½
⇒ 3
Q. 5. Find the value of k such that the polynomial
1
x2 – (k + 6)x + 2(2k – 1) has sum of its zeroes equal (21y2 – 14y + 3y – 2)
to half of their product. ⇒ 3
R [CBSE Delhi Set-I, 2019] 1
[(7y(3y – 2) +1(3y – 2)]
⇒ 3
Sol. Sum of zeroes = k + 6 1
Product of zeroes = 2(2k – 1) 1 1
(3y – 2)(7y + 1)
1 ⇒ 3
Hence k + 6 = × 2 (2k – 1)
2 2 −1
⇒ y=or y = 1
⇒ k =7 1 3 7
Hence, zeros of given polynomial are
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2019]
2 −1
Detailed Solution: y = and y =
3 7
Let a and b be the roots of given quadratic equation
x2 – (k + 6)x + 2(2k – 1) = 0 On comparing eq (i) with ax2 + bx + c = 0, we get
{ −( k + 6 )} a = 21, b = –11 and c = –2
Now, sum of roots, a +b = – = k+6 ½
1 2 ⎛ 1⎞
Now, sum of zeroes = + ⎜− ⎟
2( 2 k − 1) 3 ⎝ 7⎠
product of roots, ab = = 2(2k – 1) ½
1 2 1
= -
According to given condition, 3 7
1 14 - 3
Sum of roots (zeroes) = × product of roots (zeroes) =
2 21
1 11
=
1 21
⇒ k+6= [2(2k – 1)]
2 b
= − Hence verified. 1
⇒ k + 6 = 2k – 1 a
⇒ k=7 2 ⎛ 1⎞
and product of roots = × ⎜− ⎟
Hence, the value of k is 7. 1 3 ⎝ 7⎠
Q. 6. Find the zeroes of the quadratic polynomial −2
11 2 =
7 y 2 - y - and verify the relationship between 21
3 3
c
the zeroes and the coefficients. = Hence verified. ½
A [CBSE Outside Delhi-III, 2019] a
Q. 7. Find the zeroes of the following polynomial :
11 2 1 5 5 x 2 +30 x +8 5 U [CBSE SQP, 2018]
Sol. p(y) = 7y2 – y− = (21y2 – 11y – 2)
3 3 3
1 Sol. 5 5x 2 + 30 x + 8 5 1
= [(7y + 1)(3y – 2)] 1
3 2
= 5 5x + 20 x + 10 x + 8 5
2 −1 = 5 x( 5 x + 4 ) + 2 5 ( 5 x + 4 )
∴ Zeroes are , ½
3 7
2 1 11 = ( 5x + 4 )( 5x + 2 5 ) 1
Sum of zeroes = − =
3 7 21
−4 −4 5 −2 5
Thus, zeroes are = and 1
−b 11 −b 5 5 5
= |∴ sum of zeroes = | 1
a 21 a [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2018]
⎛ 2⎞ ⎛ 1⎞ 2
Product of zeroes = ⎜ ⎟ ⎜ − ⎟ = – COMMONLY MADE ERROR
⎝ 3⎠ ⎝ 7⎠ 21

c 2 1 2 ∴ Product = c
= – ⎛⎜ ⎞⎟ = – | |
a 3 ⎝ 7⎠ 21 a  Candidates commit error in simplifying
½ the equation 5 5x 2 + 30 x + 8 5 .
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2019]
 Hence, required quadratic polynomial is
ANSWERING TIP 1
(2x2 – 9x + 9). 1
2
 Adequate Practice is necessary for 1 −3
factorization problems. Q. 9. Show that and are the zeroes of the
2 2
polynomial 4x2 + 4x – 3 and verify the relationship
Q. 8. Quadratic polynomial 2x2 – 3x + 1 has zeroes as between zeroes and coefficients of the
a and b. Now form a quadratic polynomial whose
polynomial. U [Board Term-1, 2015]
zeroes are 3a and 3b. A [Board Term-2, 2015] 2
Sol. Let f(x) = 4x + 4x – 3
Sol. If α and b are the zeroes of 2x2 – 3x + 1,
then ⎛ 1⎞ ⎛ 1⎞ ⎛ 1⎞
Thus, f ⎜ ⎟ = 4⎜ ⎟ + 4⎜ ⎟ - 3
−b ⎝ 2⎠ ⎝ 4⎠ ⎝ 2⎠
α+b =
a =1+2–3
3 =0
⇒ α+b =
2
⎛ 3⎞ ⎛ 9⎞ ⎛ 3⎞
c and f ⎜- ⎟ = 4⎜ ⎟ + 4⎜- ⎟ - 3
and αb = ⎝ 2⎠ ⎝ 4⎠ ⎝ 2⎠
a
=9–6–3
1
⇒ αb = 1 =0
2
1 3
New quadratic polynomial whose zeroes are 3α ∴ and - are zeroes of polynomial 4x2 + 4x – 3. 1
2 2
and 3b is :
x2 – (Sum of the roots) x + Product of the roots 1 1 3 -4
Sum of zeroes = - =–1⇒
= x2 – (3α + 3b)x + 3α × 3b 2 2 4
= x2 – 3(α + b)x + 9αb
Coefficient of x
⎛ 3⎞ ⎛ 1⎞ =– 1
= x2 – 3 ⎜ ⎟ x + 9 ⎜ ⎟ Coefficient of x 2
⎝ 2⎠ ⎝ 2⎠
9 9 ⎛ 1 ⎞ ⎛ 3 ⎞ −3
Product of zeroes = ⎜ ⎟ ⎜ − ⎟ =
= x2 – x+ ⎝ 2⎠ ⎝ 2⎠ 4
2 2
1 Constant term
= (2x2 – 9x + 9) = Hence verified. 1
2 Coefficient of x 2

Long Answer Type Questions 5 marks each

Q. 1. Polynomial x4 + 7x3 + 7x2 + px + q is exactly Subtracting equation (ii) from equation (i),
divisible by x2 + 7x + 12, then find the value of p 4p – q = – 80
and q. A [Board Term-1, 2015] 3p – q = – 45
Sol. Factors of x2 + 7x + 12 : – + +
x2 + 7x + 12 = 0
2 p = – 35
⇒ x + 4x + 3x + 12 = 0
⇒ x(x + 4) +3(x + 4) = 0 On putting the value of p in eq. (i), 1
⇒ (x + 4)(x + 3) = 0 4(–35) – q = – 80
⇒ x = – 4 or –3 ...(i) 1 –140 – q = – 80
Since, p’(x) = x4 + 7x3 + 7x2 + px + q – q = 140 – 80
If p’(x) is exactly divisible by x2 + 7x + 12, then ⇒ – q = 60
x = – 4 and x = – 3 are its zeroes. So, putting x = – 4 ∴ q = – 60
and x = – 3. Hence, p = – 35 and q = – 60 1
p’(– 4) = (– 4)4 + 7(– 4)3 + 7(– 4)2 + p(– 4) + q Q. 2. If α and b are the zeroes of the polynomial p(x) =
but p’(– 4) = 0 2x2 + 5x + k satisfying the relation, α2 + b2 + αb =
∴ 0 = 256 – 448 + 112 – 4p + q 21
0 = – 4p + q – 80 , then find the value of k. C+ A
4
⇒ 4p – q = – 80 ...(i) 1
Sol. Given, p(x) = 2x2 + 5x + k
and p’(–3) = (–3)4 + 7(–3)3 + 7(–3)2 + p(–3) + q
coefficient of x
but p’(–3) = 0 Then, sum of zeroes = − ½
∴ 0 = 81 – 189 + 63 – 3p + q coefficient of x 2
0 = –3p + q – 45 1 −5
⇒ α+b = 1
⇒ 3p – q = – 45 ...(ii) 2
 constant term Q. 3. If α and b are zeroes of the quadratic polynomial
and product of zeroes = 2 ½ x2 – 6x + a; find the value of ‘a’ if 3α + 2b = 20.
coefficient of x Sol. We have quadratic polynomial = x2 – 6x + a
k −( −6 )
⇒ αb = 1 ∴ α+b = =6 1
2 1
According to equation, a
and αb = = a 1
21 1
α2 + b2 + αb =
4 It is given that; 3α + 2b = 20 ...(i)
21 and α+b =6 ...(ii)
or,(α + b)2 – 2αb + αb = 1 Multiplying by 2 in eq. (ii), we get
4 2α + 2b = 12 ...(iii) ½
2 Subtracting eq. (iii) from eq. (i), we get
⎛ −5 ⎞ k 21
⇒ ⎜⎝ ⎟⎠ − = α =8 ½
2 2 4 Substituting α = 8 in eq. (ii), we get
k 25 21 4 8+b =6
⇒ = − = =1
2 4 4 4 ⇒ b =6–8=–2 1
Hence, k = 2. 1 ∵ αb = a
Then, a = 8(– 2) = – 16. 1

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Problems on Polynomials

Revision Notes

¾ Degree of a Polynomial : The exponent of the highest degree term in a polynomial is known as its degree. In
other words, the highest power of x in a polynomial f (x) is called the degree of the polynomial f (x). e.g.,
1
(i) f(x) = 5x + is a polynomial in variable x of degree 1.
3
5
(ii) g(y) = 3 y2 – y + 7 is a polynomial in variable y of degree 2.
2
¾ Division Algorithm for Polynomials : If p(x) and g(x) are any two polynomials with g(x) ≠ 0, then we can find
polynomials q(x) and r(x), such that
p(x) = g(x) × q(x) + r(x),
where, degree of r(x) < degree of g(x) and r(x) is denoted for remainder.
Note :
(i) If r(x) = 0, then g(x) is a factor of p(x).
(ii) Dividend = Divisor × Quotient + Remainder.
¾ To Divide Quadratic Polynomial by Linear Polynomial :
Let, p(x) = ax2 + bx + c and g(x) = mx + n
a 1 ⎛ an ⎞
x+ b − ⎟ → Quotient
m m ⎜⎝ m⎠
Divisor → mx + n) ax2 + bx + c → Dividend
an
+ ax2 + x
m
– –
⎛ an ⎞
⎜⎝ b − ⎟⎠ x + c
m
⎛ an ⎞ n ⎛ an ⎞
⎜⎝ b − ⎟⎠ x + m ⎜⎝ b − ⎟⎠
m m
– –
n ⎛ an ⎞
c– b− ⎟
m ⎜⎝ m⎠
Remainder = Constant term
 Step I : To obtain the first term of the quotient, divide the highest degree term of the dividend (i.e., ax2) by the
a
highest degree term of the divisor (i.e., mx). i.e., x. Then, carry out the division process.
m
⎛ an ⎞
What remains is ⎜ b − ⎟ x + c.
⎝ m⎠
Step II : Now, to obtain the second term of the quotient, divide the highest degree term of the new dividend
⎧ ⎛ an ⎞ ⎫ 1 ⎛ an ⎞
⎨i. e., ⎜ b - x⎟ ⎬ by the highest degree term of the divisor (i.e., mx). i.e.,
⎝ ⎠ ⎜⎝ b − ⎟⎠ . Then, carry on the division
⎩ m ⎭ m m
process.
n⎛ an ⎞
What remain as remainder, c - b - ⎟ which is a constant term.
m ⎜⎝ m⎠

Know the Formulae

Division Algorithm for polynomials :

Dividend = Divisor × Quotient + Remainder
p(x) = g(x) × q(x) + r(x)
Where, degree of r(x) < degree of g(x) and r(x) is denoted for remainder.

How is it done on the GREENBOARD?

Q.1. What should be added to x2 – x – 3) x2 – 8x + 10 + k ( x – 5
8x + 10 to make it divisible by x – 3 : ± x2 +- 3x
– 5x + 10 + k
Solution
+- 5x ± 15
Step I: Let k be added to x2 – 8x + 10 –5+k
to make it divisible by x – 3. Step III: Here, remainder is – 5 + k
2
⇒ p(x) = x – 8x + 10 + k which must be zero.
Then, – 5 + k = 0
Step II: Applying Long division
\ k=5

Very Short Answer Type Questions 1 mark each

Q. 1. If divisor = 2x2 – 3x + 2, quotient = 2x – 1 and Sol. Remainder = 2x + 3

remainder = 0, then find dividend. U Comparing its with px + q, we get
Sol. By using division algorithm for polynomial, p = 2 and q = 3. 1
Dividend = Divisor × Quotient + Remainder Q. 3. On dividing (x3 – 3x2 + x + 2) by a polynomial
= (2x2 – 3x + 2) × (2x – 1) + 0 ½ (x2 – x + 1), the quotient was (x – 2). Find the
= (2x – 1) (2x2 – 3x + 2) remainder. U
= 2x(2x2 – 3x + 2) – 1(2x2 – 3x + 2) Sol. We have, dividend = x3 – 3x2 + x + 2
= 4x3 – 6x2 + 4x – 2x2 + 3x – 2 Divisor = x2 – x + 1 and quotient = x – 2
= 4x3 – 8x2 + 7x – 2. ½ By using division algorithm,
Q. 2. If the polynomial x4 + 2x3 + 8x2 + 12x + 18 (x3 – 3x2 + x + 2) = (x2 – x + 1)(x – 2) + Remainder
is divided by another polynomial x2 + 5, the ⇒ x3 – 3x2 + x + 2 = x3 – x2 + x – 2x2 + 2x – 2
remainder comes out to be 2x + 3, which is equal + Remainder
to px + q, then find the values of p and q. R Hence, remainder = – 2x + 4 1
 Short Answer Type Questions-I 2 marks each

Q. 1. What should be added to the polynomial x3 – 3x2 – 2x2 + 6x

+ –
+ 6x – 15 so that it is completely divisible by x – 3. ×
A [Board Term-1, 2015, 2016] Hence, g(x) = x2 – 2x. 1
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016]
Sol. x – 3 ) x3 – 3x2 + 6x – 15 ( x2 + 6
x3 – 3x2 Q. 3. Find the quotient and remainder on dividing
– + p(x) by g(x) :
6x – 15 1 p(x) = 4x3 + 8x2 + 8x + 7 and g(x) = 2x2 – x + 1
+ 6x – 18 U [Board Term-1, 2015]
– + Sol. 2x + 5
+3
Remainder = 3 2x2 – x + 1) 4x3 + 8x2 + 8x + 7
Hence, – 3 must be added. 1 4x3 – 2x2 + 2x
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] – + –
Detailed Solution: + 10x2 + 6x + 7
p(x) = x3 – 3x2 + 6x – 15 + 10x2 – 5x + 5
When p(x) is divided by (x – 3) then – + –
Remainder = p(3) + 11x + 2
= (3)3 – 3(3)2 + 6(3) – 15 Thus, quotient = 2x + 5 1
= 27 – 27 + 18 – 15 and remainder = 11x + 2 1
=3 Q. 4. If the polynomial 6x4 + 8x3 + 17x2 + 21x + 7 is divided
Hence –3 be added so that it is completely divided by another polynomial 3x2 + 4x + 1, the remainder
by (x – 3) comes out to be (ax + b), find the values of a and b.
U [Board Term-1, 2015]
Q. 2. On dividing x3 – 5x2 + 6x + 4 by a polynomial g(x),
the quotient and the remainder were x – 3 and 4
Sol. 3x2 + 4x + 1) 6x4 + 8x3 + 17x2 + 21x + 7 ( 2x2 + 5
respectively. Find g(x). U [Board Term-1, 2016]
6x4 + 8x3 + 2x2
Sol. Given, x3 – 5x2 + 6x + 4 = g(x)(x – 3) + 4 – – –
x 3 − 5x 2 + 6 x + 4 − 4 15x2 + 21x + 7
g(x) =
x−3
15x2 + 20x + 5
x 3 − 5x 2 + 6 x – – –
⇒ g(x) = 1
x−3 x+2
x – 3 ) x3 – 5x2 + 6x ( x2 – 2x ∴ ax + b = x + 2
+ x3 – 3x2 On comparing both the sides, we get
– + a = 1 and b = 2. [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 2
– 2x2 + 6x

Short Answer Type Questions-II 3 marks each

Q. 1. Divide the polynomial f(x) = 3x2 – x3 – 3x + 5 Thus, quotient = x – 2 and remainder = 3 1½

by the polynomial g(x) = x – 1 – x2 and verify the Then, f(x) = g(x) × q(x) + r(x)
division algorithm. A [CBSE Delhi Set-I, 2020] = (–x2 + x – 1)(x – 2) + 3
= –x3 + x2 – x + 2x2 – 2x + 2 + 3
Sol. x–2 = –x3 + 3x2 – 3x + 5
–x2 + x – 1)–x3 + 3x2 – 3x + 5 Hence Verified. 1½
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020]
–x3 + x2 – x
Q. 2. Obtain all the zeroes of the polynomial x4 + 4x3
(+) (–) (+) – 2x2 – 20x – 15, if two of its zeroes are 5 and
2x2 – 2x + 5 – 5. [CBSE SQP, 2020]
2x2 – 2x + 2
(–) (+) (–) Sol. p(x) = x4 + 4x3 – 2x2 – 20x – 15
2
x – 5 is factor of p(x)
3
 ∴ p(x) = (x2 – 5)(x2 + 4x + 3) 2 Sol. Let p(x) = 3x3 + 10x2 – 9x – 4.
or, p(x) = (x2 – 5)(x + 3)(x + 1) 1 One of the zeroes is 1, therefore dividing p(x) by
So, all the zeroes of p(x) are (x – 1)
5,– 5 , – 3 and – 1
p(x) = (x – 1)(3x2 + 13x + 4) 1½
U [CBSE SQP Marking Scheme, 2020] = (x – 1)(x + 4)(3x + 1) 1
Detailed Solution: −1
All zeroes are x = 1, x = – 4 and x = ½
The given polynomial is 3
p(x) = x4 + 4x3 – 2x2 – 20x – 15 [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2019]
It is given that 5 and – 5 are two of its zeroes. Detailed Solution:
p(x) = 3x3 + 10x2 – 9x – 4
It means ( x − 5 ) and ( x + 5 ) are factors of given
Let α, b and γ be the zero of the polynomial p(x)
polynomial
10
∴ ( x − 5 )( x + 5 ) = x2 – 5 is a factor of polynomial ∴ α+b+γ = −
3
On dividing the given polynomial p(x) by x2 – 5, 10
b+γ = − −1 (α = 1 Given)
Using long division method, we get 3
x2 + 4x + 3 13
x – 5 ) x4 + 4x3 – 2x2 – 20x – 15
2 b+γ = − ...(i)
3
x4 – 5x2
4
– + Again, αbγ = +
3
4x3 + 3x2 – 20x – 15
4x3 – 20x 1 4
bγ = + ...(ii)
– + 3
3x2 – 15 Now, (b – γ) = (b + γ)2 – 4bγ
3x2 – 15 2
⎛ 13 ⎞ ⎛ 4⎞
– + = ⎜− ⎟ − 4⎜+ ⎟
⎝ 3⎠ ⎝ 3⎠
0 1
Equate the quotient equal to 0, to find the remaining 169 16
= −
zeroes. 9 3
x2 + 4x + 3 = 0 169 − 48 121
= =
x2 + 3x + x + 3 = 0 9 9

x(x + 3) + 1(x + 3) = 0 121 11

b–γ =± =±
(x + 3)(x + 1) = 0 9 3

Q x+3 =0⇒x=–3 11
b–γ = ...(iii)
3
Q x+1 =0⇒x=–1
1
Hence, all the zeores are 5 , − 5 , − 3 and –1. 1 On solving equations (i) & (iii) b = − and γ = – 4
3
Q. 3. Find all zeroes of the polynomial 3x3 + 10x2 – 9x – 4
if one of its zero is 1. 1
∴ Zeroes of the polynomial are − and – 4
3
R + U [CBSE Delhi Set-III, 2019]
Q. 4. Verify g(x) = x – 3x + 1 is a factor of p(x) = x5 – 4x3 + x2 + 3x + 1 or not.
3
C + A [CBSE Board term, 2019]

Topper Answer, 2019

Sol.
 3

Q. 5. For what value of k, is the polynomial : Since, 3x2 – 5 is completely divide f(x).
f(x) = 3x4 – 9x3 + x2 + 15x + k
Therefore, remainder is zero
is completely divisible by 3x2 – 5.
A [CBSE OD-I, 2019] [Board Term-I, 2015] i.e., k + 10 = 0

Sol. 3x2 – 5) 3x4 – 9x3 + x2 + 15x + k (x2 – 3x + 2 ⇒ k = – 10

3x4 – 5x2 Hence, value of k is –10.
– +
COMMONLY MADE ERROR
–9x3 + 6x2 + 15x + k
–9x3 + 15x
 Students commit errors in division
+ –
2
method as they get confused in degrees
6x + k of coefficients.
6x2 – 10
– +
k + 10 2 ANSWERING TIP
∴ k + 10 = 0 ⇒ k = – 10 1
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2019]  Be careful with the degree and the terms.
Detailed Solution:
Given, the polynomial Q. 6. Find all zeroes of the polynomial (2x4 – 9x3 + 5x2 +
3x – 1) if two of its zeroes are (2 + 3) and (2 - 3).
f(x) = 3x4 – 9x3 + x2 + 15x + k is completely divisible
by 3x2 – 5. A [CBSE Delhi, OD, 2018]
4 3 2
2
x – 3x + 2 Sol. Let p(x) = 2x – 9x + 5x + 3x – 1
2
3x –5 ) 3x4 – 9x3 + x2 + 15x + k and 2 + 3 and 2 – 3 are zeroes of p(x).
3x4 – 5x2 ∴ p(x) = ( x − 2 − 3 )( x − 2 + 3 ) × g ( x )
– +
= (x2 – 4x + 1) g(x) 1
3 2
– 9x +6x + 15x + k 4 3 2 2 2
(2x – 9x + 5x + 3x – 1) ÷ (x – 4x + 1) = 2x – x – 1
– 9x3 + 15x ∴ g(x) = 2x2 – x – 1
+ – = (2x + 1)(x – 1) 1
2 1
6x + k Therefore, other zeroes are x = − and x = 1 1
2
6x2 – 10
−1
– + ∴ Therefore, all zeroes are 2 + 3 , 2 − 3 , and 1
2
k + 10 [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2018]
Detailed Solution:
Since, ( 2 + 3 ) and ( 2 - 3 ) are two zeroes of given
ANSWERING TIP
polynomial.
 Adequate practice is necessary for division
So, ( x − 2 − 3 ), ( x − 2 + 3 ) will be its two factors. of polynomials.
∴ ( x − 2 − 3 ) , and ( x − 2 + 3 ) = x2 – 4x + 1
Q. 7. Ram’s mother has given him money to buy some
is a factor of the given polynomial. boxes from the market at the rate of 4x2 + 3x – 2.
Now, dividing it by 2x2 – 4x + 1 1 The total amount of money is represented by
x2 – 4x + 1 ) 2x4 – 9x3 + 5x2 + 3x – 1 (2x2 – x – 1 8x4 + 14x3 – 2x2 + 7x – 8. Out of this money he
donated some amount to a child who was studying
2x4 – 8x3 + 2x2
in the light of street lamp. Find how much amount
– + –
of money he donated and purchased how many
– x3 + 3x2 + 3x – 1 boxes from the market ? C [Board Term-1, 2015]
– x3 + 4x2 – x
+ – + Sol. p(x) = 8x4 + 14x3 – 2x2 + 7x – 8
– x2 + 4x – 1 g(x) = rate of the each box = 4x2 + 3x – 2
q(x) = number of boxes
– x2 + 4x – 1
+ – + r(x) = amount of money he donated to child
and by using long division method
0 1
2x2 + 2x – 1
2x2 – x – 1= (2x + 1)(x – 1)
1 4x2 + 3x – 2) 8x4 + 14x3 – 2x2 + 7x – 8
Two other zeroes = – and 1
2 8x4 + 6 x3 – 4x2
Therefore, all zeroes are – – +
1 8x + 2x2 + 7x – 8
3

( 2 + 3 ), ( 2 − 3 ) , – and 1. 1
2 8x3 + 6x2 – 4x
– – +
COMMONLY MADE ERROR – 4x2 + 11x – 8
– 4x2 – 3x + 2
+ + –
 Many candidates makes mistake in
dividing the polynomial. A few candidates 14x – 10
do not write all four zeroes. Q q(x) = 2x2 + 2x – 1 = number of Boxes and
r(x) = 14x – 10 [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2015] 3

Long Answer Type Questions 5 marks each

Q. 1. Obtain all zeroes of 3x4 – 15x3 + 13x2 + 25x – 30, Detailed Solution:
5 5 5 5
if two of its zeroes are and − . Since, and − are two zeroes of the given
3 3 3 3
[CBSE Compt Set- I/II/III, 2018] polynomial.
[Board Term-I, 2015, 2017] [SQP 2017] ⎛ 5⎞ ⎛ 5⎞
So, ⎜ x − ⎟ and ⎜ x + 3 ⎟ will be its two factors.
Sol. Let, p(x) = 3x2 – 15x3 + 13x2+ 25x – 30 and ⎝ 3 ⎠ ⎝ ⎠
5 5 ½
x− and x + are factors of p(x).
3 3 ⎛ 5⎞⎛ 5⎞ 1
∴ ⎜x − ⎟ ⎜x + ⎟ 2
5 (3x 2 − 5) ⎝ 3 ⎠⎝ 3 ⎠ = 3 (3x − 5)
⇒ x2 − or is also a factor of p(x). 1½
3 3 is also a factor of given polynomial. 1
2 Now dividing the given polynomial by 3x2 – 5.
(3x − 5) 2
⇒ p(x) = ( x − 5 x + 6) 2
3 3x2 – 5 ) 3x4 – 15x3 + 13x2 + 25x – 30 (x2 – 5x + 6
1 3x4 – 5x2
= ( 3x 2 − 5)( x − 3)( x − 2 )
3 – +
– 15x3 + 18x2 + 25x – 30 2
5 5
∴ Zeroes of p(x) are , − , 2 and 3. 1½ – 15x3 + 25x
3 3
+ –
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2018] 18x2 – 30
 18x2 – 30 ∴ α+b+γ =–5
– + –1–3+γ =–5
0 [Given α = 1 & b = – 3]
On factorising the quotient, we get γ = – 5 + 4 = –1
x2 – 5x + 6 = (x – 2)(x – 3) ½ ∴ The third zero is – 1
Thus, two other zeroes are 2 and 3 Q. 3. If the polynomial x4 – 6x3 + 16x2 – 25x + 10 is
Hence, all the zeroes of given polynomial are divided by (x2 – 2x + k), the remainder comes out
to be x + a, find k and a.
5 5
A
, − , 2 and 3. 1 Sol. x2 – 4x + (8 – k)
3 3
x2 – 2x + k ) x4 – 6x3 + 16x2 – 25x + 10
Q. 2. If two zeroes of a polynomial x3 + 5x2 + 7x + 3 are
– 1 and – 3, then find the third zero. x4 – 2x3 + kx2
– + –
A [Board Term-1, 2016]
– 4x3 + (16 – k)x2 – 25x + 10
Sol. Given, x = – 1 and x = – 3 are zeroes. 1
(x + 1 )(x + 3) = x2 + 4x + 3 – 4x3 + 8x2 – 4kx 1
+ – +
x2 + 4x + 3 ) x3 + 5x2 + 7x + 3 ( x + 1
(8 – k)x2 – (25 – 4k)x + 10
x3 + 4x2 + 3x 3
– – – (8 – k)x2 – (16 – 2k)x + (8k – k2)
x2 + 4x + 3 – + –
x2 + 4x + 3 (2k – 9)x + (10 – 8k + k2) 1
– – – Given, remainder = x + a
0 On comparing the multiples of x we get
Since, remainder is 0. (2k – 9)x = 1 × x 1
∴ x+1 =0
10
⇒ x =–1 ⇒ 2k – 9 = 1 or k = ⇒5 1
∴ The third zero is – 1. 1 2
[CBSE Marking Scheme, 2016] On putting this value of k into other portion of
Alternate Method: remainder, we get
p(x) = x3 + 5x2 + 7x + 3 a = 10 – 8k + k2 ⇒ 10 – 40 + 25
Let the zeroes of the polynomial be α, b and γ =–5 1

Visual Case Based Questions 4 marks each

Note: Attempt any four sub parts from each

question. Each sub part carries 1 mark
Q. 1. The below picture are few natural examples
of parabolic shape which is represented by a
quadratic polynomial. A parabolic arch is an arch
in the shape of a parabola. In structures, their
curve represents an efficient method of load, and
so can be found in bridges and in architecture in a
variety of forms. [CBSE QB, 2021]
 c 8k
Product of zeroes = =
a 2
8k
So, =1
2
2
k=
8
1
k=
4
(iv) The graph of x2 + 1 = 0
(a) Intersects x-axis at two distinct points.
(b) Touches x-axis at a point.
(c) Neither touches nor intersects x-axis.
(d) Either touches or intersects x-axis.
Sol. Correct option: (c).
(v) If the sum of the roots is –p and product of the
1
roots is − , then the quadratic polynomial is
p

⎛ 2 x ⎞ ⎛ x ⎞
(a) k ⎜ − px + + 1⎟ (b) k ⎜ px 2 − − 1⎟
⎝ p ⎠ ⎝ p ⎠

⎛ 2 1⎞ ⎛ 1⎞
(c) k ⎜ x + px − ⎟ (d) k ⎜ x 2 + px + ⎟
⎝ p⎠ ⎝ p⎠
Sol. Correct option: (c).
(i) In the standard form of quadratic polynomial,
Q. 2. An asana is a body posture, originally and still
ax2 + bx, c, a, b and c are
a general term for a sitting meditation pose, and
(a) All are real numbers. later extended in hatha yoga and modern yoga as
(b) All are rational numbers. exercise, to any type of pose or position, adding
(c) ‘a’ is a non zero real number and b and c are reclining, standing, inverted, twisting, and
any real numbers. balancing poses. In the figure, one can observe that
poses can be related to representation of quadratic
(d) All are integers.
polynomial. [CBSE QB, 2021]
Sol. Correct option: (c).
(ii) If the roots of the quadratic polynomial are equal,
where the discriminant D = b2– 4ac, then
(a) D > 0 (b) D<0
(c) D (d) D=0
Sol. Correct option: (d).
Explanation: If the roots of the quadratic polynomial
are equal, then discriminant is equal to zero
D = b2 – 4ac = 0
1
(iii) If α are the zeroes of the quadratic polynomial
α
2x2– x + 8k, then k is
1
(a) 4 (b)
4
−1
(c) (d) 2
4
Sol. Correct option: (b).
Explanation: Given equation, 2x2 – x + 8k
1
Sum of zeroes = α +
α
1
Product of zeroes = α. =1
α
 Q. 3. Basketball and soccer are played with a spherical
ball. Even though an athlete dribbles the ball in
both sports, a basketball player uses his hands
and a soccer player uses his feet. Usually, soccer
is played outdoors on a large field and basketball
is played indoor on a court made out of wood.
The projectile (path traced) of soccer ball and
basketball are in the form of parabola representing
quadratic polynomial. [CBSE QB, 2021]
(i) The shape of the poses shown is
(a) Spiral (b) Ellipse
(c) Linear (d) Parabola
Sol. Correct option: (d).
(ii) The graph of parabola opens downwards, if
_______
(a) a ≥ 0 (b) a = 0
(c) a < 0 (d) a > 0
Sol. Correct option: (c).
(iii) In the graph, how many zeroes are there for the
polynomial?

(i) The shape of the path traced shown is

(a) 0 (b) 1 (a) Spiral (b) Ellipse

(c) 2 (d) 3 (c) Linear (d) Parabola
Sol. Correct option: (c).
Sol. Correct option: (d).
(iv) The two zeroes in the above shown graph are
(a) 2, 4 (b) – 2, 4 (ii) The graph of parabola opens upwards, if _______
(c) – 8, 4 (d) 2, – 8 (a) a = 0 (b) a<0
Sol. Correct option: (b).
(v) The zeroes of the quadratic polynomial (c) a > 0 (d) a≥0
4 3 x 2 + 5 x − 2 3 are Sol. Correct option: (c).
(iii) Observe the following graph and answer
2 3 2 3
(a) , (b) − ,
3 4 3 4
2 3 2 3
(c) ,− (d) − ,−
3 4 3 4
Sol. Correct option: (b).
Explanation: 4 3x 2 + 5x − 2 3 (given)
2
= 4 3x + ( 8 − 3) x − 2 3
= 4 3x 2 + 8 x − 3x − 2 3
= 4 x( 3 x + 2 ) − 3 ( 3 x + 2 )
= ( 3x + 2 )( 4 x − 3 )

−2 3
Hence, zeroes of polynomial = ,
3 4
 In the above graph, how many zeroes are there for
the polynomial?
(a) 0 (b) 1
(c) 2 (d) 3
Sol. Correct option: (d).
Explanation: The number of zeroes of polynomial is
the number of times the curve intersects the x-axis,
i.e. attains the value 0.
Here, the polynomial meets the x-axis at 3 points.
C + AE [CBSE SQP, 2020-21]
So, number of zeroes = 3.
(i) If the highway overpass is represented by x2 – 2x – 8.
(iv) The three zeroes in the above shown graph are
Then its zeroes are
(a) 2, 3, –1 (b) –2, 3, 1
(a) (2, – 4) (b) (4, – 2)
(c) –3, –1, 2 (d) –2, –3, –1
(c) (– 2, – 2) (d) (– 4, – 4)
Sol. Correct option: (c).
Sol. Correct option: (b)
(v) What will be the expression of the polynomial?
(4, – 2) [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020]
(a) x3 + 2x2 – 5x – 6 (b) x3 + 2x2 – 5x – 6
3 2 Detailed Solution:
(c) x + 2x + 5x – 6 (d) x3 + 2x2 + 5x + 6
x2 – 2x – 8 = 0
Sol. Correct option: (a).
or, x2 – 4x + 2x – 8 = 0
Explanation: Since, the three zeroes = – 3, – 1, 2
or, x(x – 4) + 2(x – 4) = 0
Hence, the expression is (x + 3)(x + 1)(x – 2)
or, (x – 4) (x + 2) = 0
= [x2 + x + 3x + 3](x – 2)
or, x = 4, x = – 2 1
= x3 + 4x2 + 3x – 2x2 – 8x – 6
(ii) The highway overpass is represented graphically.
= x3 + 2x2 – 5x – 6
Zeroes of a polynomial can be expressed
Q. 4. Applications of Parabolas: Highway Overpasses/ graphically. Number of zeroes of polynomial
Underpasses is equal to number of points where the graph of
A highway underpass is parabolic in shape. polynomial:
(a) Intersects X-axis
(b) Intersects Y-axis
(c) Intersects Y-axis or X-axis
(d) None of the above
Sol. Correct option: (a)
Explanation: We know that the number of zeroes of
polynomial is equal to number of points where the
graph of polynomial intersects X-axis. 1
(iii) Graph of a quadratic polynomial is a:
(a) straight line (b) circle
(c) parabola (d) ellipse
Sol. Correct option: (c)
Explanation: Here, the given graph of a quadratic
polynomial is a parabola. 1
(iv) The representation of Highway Underpass whose
one zero is 6 and sum of the zeroes is 0, is:
(a) x2 – 6x + 2 (b) x2 – 36
2
Parabola (c) x – 6 (d) x2 – 3
A parabola is the graph that results from Sol. Correct option: (b)
p(x) = ax2 + bx + c. x2 – 36 [CBSE Marking Scheme, 2020]
Parabolas are symmetric about a vertical line known Detailed Solution:
as the Axis of Symmetry. x2 – 36 = 0 ⇒ x2 = 36
The Axis of Symmetry runs through the maximum
⇒ x = 6, – 6. ⇒ x = ± 36
or minimum point of the parabola which is called the
vertex. 1
 (v) The number of zeroes that polynomial f(x) = (x – 2)2 Y
+ 4 can have is:
(a) 1 (b) 2
(c) 0 (d) 3 X' X
Sol. Correct option: (c)
Explanation: We have,
f(x) = (x – 2)2 + 4 Y'
2
= x + 4 – 4x + 4 Sol. Correct option: (d)
2
= x – 4x + 8. Explanation: Since the graph does not intersect the
i.e., It has no factorisation. X-axis, therefore it has no zero. 1

Hence no real value of x is possible, i.e., no zero. 1 (iii) If α and b are the zeroes of the quadratic polynomial
x2 – 5x + k such that α – b = 1, then the value of k is:
Q. 5. For a linear polynomial kx + c, k ≠ 0, the graph
(a) 4 (b) 5
of y = kx + c is a straight line which intersects
(c) 6 (d) 3
⎛ −c ⎞
the X-axis at exactly one point, namely, ⎜ , 0⎟ , Sol. Correct option: (c)
⎝ k ⎠
Explanation: ∵ p(x) = x2 – 5x + k
Therefore, the linear polynomial kx + c, k ≠ 0, has
exactly one zero, namely, the X-coordinate of the −( −5)
Then α–b = =5
point where the graph of y = kx + c intersects the 1
X-axis. C + AE k
and αb = =k ½
1
Also given, α–b =1

k
⇒ ( α + β ) 2 − 4 αβ = 1

⇒ ( 5 )2 − 4 k = 1

⇒ 25 – 4k = 1 (Squaring both sides)

⇒ – 4k = 1 – 25 = – 24
Give answer the following questions: ⇒ k = 6. ½
(i) If a linear polynomial is 2x + 3, then the zero of (iv) If α and b are the zeroes of the quadratic polynomial
2x + 3 is: p(x) = 4x2 + 5x + 1, then the product of zeroes is:
3 3 1
(a) (b) − (a) – 1 (b)
2 2 4

2 2 5
(c) (d) − (c) – 2 (d) −
3 3 4
Sol. Correct option: (b)
Sol. Correct option: (b)
Explanation: We have, p(x) = 4x2 + 5x + 1
Explanation: Given, polynomial = 2x + 3
c 1
Let p(x) = 2x + 3 ∴ αb = = . 1
a 4
For a zero of p(x),
(v) If the product of the zeroes of the quadratic
2x + 3 = 0 polynomial p(x) = ax2 – 6x – 6 is 4, then the value
⇒ 2x = – 3 of a is:
3 3 3
⇒ x= − . 1 (a) − (b)
2 2 2

(ii) The graph of y = p(x) is given in figure below for 2 2

(c) (d) −
some polynomial p(x). The number of zero/zeroes 3 3
of p(x) is/are: Sol. Correct option: (a)
(a) 1 (b) 2 Explanation: We have,
(c) 3 (d) 0 p(x) = ax2 – 6x – 6
Let α and b be the zeroes of the given polynomial, −6
then i.e., 4=
a
c ⇒ 4a = – 6
αb =
a 6 3
⇒ a= − = − 1
4 2