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Mathematics
Quarter 1 – Module 7:
Division of Polynomials
Week 6
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Mathematics
Quarter 1 – Module 7:
Division of Polynomials

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MODULE DIVISION OF POLYNOMIALS

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You have learned polynomials in your previous years specifically the

quadratic equations. One way to simplify it is by getting its factor. In this
module, we will expand your knowledge of polynomials to a higher term.

WHAT I NEED TO KNOW

PPREPREVIER!
LEARNING COMPETENCIES
The learners will be able to:
• Divide polynomials using long division and synthetic division
• Prove the Remainder Theorem, Factor Theorem and Rational Root
Theorem

WHAT I KNOW
PPREPREVIER
Write the letter that corresponds to the correct answer.
! 1. What is the quotient when you divide (6x2 –x -12) by (2x -3)
a. x + 4 b. x – 4 c. 3x + 4 d. 3x - 4
2. The polynomial P(x) = 2x3 –x2 -12x -7 when divided by D(x) = (x -3) can
be written as
a. P(x) = (2x2 + 5x +3) (x -3) + 2 c. P (x) = (2x2 -5x + 3) (x -3) + 2
b. P (x) = (2x + 5x -3) (x + 3) -2
2 d. P (x) = (2x2 -5x -3) (x -3) -2
3. Given P(x) = 3x3 –x2 + 4x -1, what is the value of P(-2)?
a. -33 b. -35 c. -37 d. -39
4. If P(-2) = P(3) = P(1) = 0 then the polynomial equation is
a. x3 + 2x2 -7x +6 c. x3 -2x2 + 7x + 6
b. x3 + 2x2 + 7x -6 d. x3 -2x2 -7x -6
5. What are the possible rational roots of the polynomial
x4 -6x3 + 7x2 + 6x – 8?
a. ±1, ±2, ±3, ±6 c. ±1, ±8
b. ±1, ±2, ±4, ±8 d. ±1, ±6
6. Find the value of m when (2x3 – mx2 + 5) is divided by ( x -2) and yield
a remainder of 4?
17 4 17 4
a. - 4 b. - 17 c. 4 d. 17
7. What is the value of p so that (x -4) is a factor of
x3 – (3p-2) x2 +(3p+1) x + 2(p+1)?
a. -1 b. -2 c. -3 d. -4
8. What is the remainder of the polynomial function for the divisor to be
a factor?
A. 0 B. -1 C. 1 D. 2
9. What is the value of k so that 𝑥 + 3 is a factor of 2𝑥 3 + 𝑘𝑥 2 − 8𝑥 + 3
A. 3 B. 6 C. 9 D. 5
10.What is the value of k so that 𝑥 + 3 is a factor of 𝑥 + 3𝑥 2 − 𝑘𝑥 − 3?
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A. 0 B. -1 C. 1 D. 3

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11.Which of the following is a factor of 𝑥 10 − 210?
A. 𝑥 − 1 B. 𝑥 + 1 C. 𝑥 − 2 D. 𝑥 + 2
12.Which of the following is NOT a factor of 𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 2 − 11𝑥 + 12
A. 𝑥 − 4 B. 𝑥 − 1 C. 𝑥 + 3 D. 𝑥 + 2
13. The possible roots of 3x – x + 6x – 2x + 8x – 5 = 0 are
5 4 3 2

A. . ± 1/3, ±1, ±5/3, ±5 C. ±3/5, ±3, ±5

B. . ±1/3, ±5/3 D. ±3, ±5
14.Which of the following is NOT a possible zero of the function
4𝑥 3 + 8𝑥 2 + 5𝑥 − 3?
4 3
A. −1 B. −3 C. 3 D. 4
15.Which the following is NOT a possible zero of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 3𝑥 3 + 41𝑥 2 +
121𝑥 − 45?
5 3
A. −3 B. −9 C. − 3 D. − 5

*** If you got an honest 15 points (perfect score), you may skip this
module.
WHAT’S IN
PPREPREV
A polynomial is an expression of the form 𝑎𝑛 𝑥 𝑛 + 𝑎𝑛−1 𝑥 𝑛−1 + 𝑎𝑛−2 𝑥 𝑛−2 +
⋯IER!
+ 𝑎 𝑥 + 𝑎 and 𝑎 ≠ 0 where the non-negative integer n is called the degree
1 0 𝑛
of the polynomial and coefficients 𝑎0 , 𝑎1 , … , 𝑎𝑛 are real numbers.

Activity 1: Can you identify which of the following expressions are

polynomials? Put a check  on the indicated box if the given is a polynomial
and cross it out if not.
2x2 -3x + 1 2x3
3√𝑥 + 2 7
3
-x + 3x
2 +5
𝑥
2
x-3 + 4x -5 7𝑥 3 -5x
4x3 -3x2 + x√3 6x2 -4x + 3

Activity 2: Simplify the following using laws of exponents.

Product Rule Quotient Rule
𝑥 12
1. ( x4y3 )( x4y ) _______ 1.
𝑥3
18𝑥 12 𝑦5
2. (-2x5y3 )( 3x6y2z ) ______ 2.
3𝑥 3 𝑦 2
−40𝑥 10 𝑦7
3. ( 5x2y3 )(-2x3y4 ) _______ 3. 5𝑥 3 𝑦 4
2 30𝑥 9 𝑦 17
4. ( 3x5y )(-8x2y2 ) _______ 4. 50𝑥 2 𝑦 5

WHAT’S NEW
PPREPREVIE
R! Have you ever wondered what will happen to our country now that we are
facing in a worst situation where no one knows how to combat our enemy?
Do you find way to make you and your family be safe in this pandemic?

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ADDRESSING HEALTH CRISIS IN THE PHILIPPINES
One of the biggest problem our country is facing now is how to
eliminate COVID 19. One of the measures our government made is the ECQ
or the Enhanced Community Quarantine where majority of the
establishments, transport groups and other work organizations were ordered
to temporarily close and people were instructed to stay at home. The
purpose of this is to contain the virus resulting to fast death of many who
were hit by this. Due to nationwide lockdown, great number of people were
worried on where to get the food to eat while the quarantine is still in effect
especially those in a day to day basis paid workers. To address this problem,
the government passed a law called “Bayanihan Heal as One,”(RA11469)
granting the president special powers and one of these powers is the
allocation of billions of pesos to be distributed among Filipinos especially
those in need. Its aim is to give Filipinos aid in cash and in kind while this
pandemic still exists. The challenge for the government is how they can
allocate the fund to those who are really in need.

WHAT IS IT

Answer the following:

1. What is the law that grant our President special powers to address
COVID 19 health crisis?
_________________________________________________________________
2. If you were the president, will you do the same scheme of distribution
of funds? Why or why not?
_________________________________________________________________
3. What contributions can you make as a student to help our
government combat the health crisis?
________________________________________________________________
4. Assuming that the total amount of National Allocation already
distributed from Monday to Friday can be modeled by the equation
(3𝑥 3 + 𝑥 2 − 38𝑥 + 24 ) and the number of household given from Monday
to Friday can be represented by (x -3). With this rate, what is the
average amount of aid given per household?
_______________________________________________________________

Do you have any idea to get the average amount of aid given per
household? Yes, we have to divide the total amount to the number of
household? But how do we divide polynomials? There are two ways to divide
polynomials: Long Division and Synthetic Division.
LONG DIVISION
Dividing polynomials using long division has the same process with long
division of whole numbers.
These are the steps in dividing polynomials using long division:

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1. Arrange the dividend and the divisor in decreasing powers of
exponents. (Note: Insert zeros as coefficient of the missing terms of
each polynomial if necessary.
2. Divide the first term of the dividend by the first term of the divisor.
3. Multiply the partial quotient to the divisor.
4. Subtract the result from the dividend.
5. Bring down the next term in the dividend
6. Repeat the process until done.
Now apply the steps in solving the problem in the article.

Here are some other examples in dividing

polynomials using long division
Example 1 Divide −2𝑥 2 + 𝑥 3 − 75 by
𝑥 − 5.
(−2𝑥 2 + 𝑥 3 − 75) ÷ (𝑥 − 5) 𝑥−5 𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 2 + 0𝑥 − 75
Solution:
𝑥 2 + 3𝑥 + 15
𝑥 − 5 𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 2 + 0𝑥 − 75
−(𝑥 3 − 5𝑥 2 )

The quotient is 𝑥 3 3𝑥 2 + 0𝑥
−(3𝑥 2 − 15𝑥 )
𝒙𝟐 + 𝟑𝒙 + 𝟏𝟓. − 3𝑥 2 15𝑥 − 75
− 3. − (15𝑥 − 75)

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Example 2 Divide 3𝑥 4 − 4𝑥 3 + 3 by 3𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 − 𝑥 − 1.
(3𝑥 4 − 4𝑥 3 + 3 ) ÷ (3𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 − 𝑥 − 1)

3𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 − 𝑥 − 1 3𝑥 4 − 4𝑥 3 + 0𝑥 2 + 0𝑥 + 3
Solution: 𝑥−1

3𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 − 𝑥 − 1 3𝑥 4 − 4𝑥 3 + 0𝑥 2 + 0𝑥 + 3
− (3𝑥 4 − 𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 − 𝑥)
−3𝑥 3 + 𝑥 2 + 𝑥 + 3
The quotient is −(−3𝑥 3 + 𝑥 2 + 𝑥 + 1)
𝟐
𝒙 − 𝟏 + 3𝑥3 −𝑥2 −𝑥−1 2

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Synthetic Division – is a process that makes use of numerical
coefficients in dividing polynomials in which the divisor is a binomial in the
form (x –c)
These are the steps in dividing polynomials using synthetic division.
1. Arrange the coefficients of the dividend in descending powers of x,
placing zeros for the missing terms.
2. The top row contains the coefficients of the dividend in descending
power of x. On the leftmost separated by an inverted L-shape put the
value indicator (value of c in x – c found in the divisor)
3. Bring down the leading coefficient below the line. This will be the
leading coefficient of the quotient
4. Multiply the number below the line to the value indicator. Place the
product below the coefficient of the next term of the dividend. Add the
two that would be the next coefficient of the quotient.
5. Repeat step 4 until the last number below the line is obtained
6. Write the quotient. The quotient is one degree lower than the dividend.
The last number in the quotient side is the remainder.

From the previous problem (3𝑥 3 + 𝑥 2 − 38𝑥 + 24 ) ÷(x -3)

Using synthetic division: The value indicator is 3

The average amount given is (3x2 + 10x -8) pesos

Example 3 Divide 𝑥 3 − 4𝑥 2 + 𝑥 + 6 by 𝑥 − 2.

2 1 −4 1 6
1 2 −4 − 6

1 −2 − 3 0
The quotient is 𝒙𝟐 − 𝟐𝒙 − 𝟑.
Example 4 Divide 𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 + 50 by 𝑥 + 3.

−3 1 −1 0 50
1 −3 12 − 48

1 −4 12 2
s
𝟐
The quotient is𝒙𝟐 − 𝟒𝒙 + 𝟏𝟐 + 𝒙+𝟑.

Remainder Theorem – Given a polynomial P(x) with a divisor in the form

(x – c), the remainder denoted by R of the polynomial is given by R = P(c)
where P (c ) is obtained by substituting the value indicator c to the
polynomial.
Remainder is the number left in dividing two expressions whose quotient is
not exact.

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Example 1:Determine the remainder of x3 + 3x2 -4x + 2 when divided by
(x+1)
Solution: The value indicator c = -1
P(-1) = (-1)3 + 3(-1)2 -4(-1) +2 Substitute -1 to x
P(-1) = -1 +3 +4 + 2 Simplify
P(-1) = 8
Therefore, the remainder is 8
Check using synthetic division:

Example 2: Find the value of k that will give a remainder of 12

When the x4 + kx3 – (k +4)x + 6 is divided by x + 2
Solution: The value indicator : c = -2
P (-2) = 12 Given
(-2)4 + k (-2)3 –(k+4) (-2) + 6 = 12 Substitute -2 to x
16 - 8k + 2k +8 + 6 = 12 Simplify
6k + 30 = 12 Combine similar terms
-6k = 12 -30 Add -30 to both sides
-6k = -18 Divide both sides by -6
K=3

Factor Theorem : Given a polynomial P(x), the expression (x –c) is a factor

of a polynomial if and only the value if P(c ) will yield to 0. That is P ( c ) = 0
Example 1: Is (x + 2) a factor of ( x3 -7x -6 )?
Solution: value indicator c = -2; Substitute c= -2 to x3 -7x -6
P(-2) = (-2)3 -7(-2) – 6 Substitute -2 to x
P(-2) = -8 + 14 – 6 Simplify
P(-2) = 0
Therefore (x + 2) is a factor of x3 -7x -6
Example 2: Is (x + 3) a factor of (x3 -7x -6)?
Solution : value indicator c = 3, substitute c= 3 to (x3 -7x -6)
P(-3) = 0 Factor theorem
P(-3) = (-3)3 -7(-3) - 6 Substitute 3 to x
P(-3) =- 27 +21 -6 Simplify
P(-3) = -12
Since P(3) ≠ 0, therefore (x + 3) is not a factor of x3 -7x -6

Rational Root Theorem : Given a polynomial

anxn + a n-1xn-1+ an-2 xn-2+…+a1x + a0, the possible rational roots are of the
𝑝
form 𝑞 where p is the set of all factors of a0 and q is the set of all factors of
an.
Example 1: Determine all the possible rational roots of x3 -3x2 -4x + 12
Solution :
p = 12, q = 1
𝑝 ±12
= ±1 = ±12, ±6, ±4, ±3, ±2, ±1
𝑞
The list of possible rational roots are: ±12, ±6, ±4, ±3, ±2, ±1

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Example 2: What are the possible rational roots of 3x5 -x2 + 1

Solution:
p = 1, q = 3
𝑝 ±1 ±1 1
= = = ± , ±1
𝑞 ±3 ±3,±1 3

WHAT’S MORE
Now it’s your time to shine.
Divide the following polynomials using long method and synthetic division.

Activity 3: Divide and Conquer!

A. Answer the following using the long division.
1. (𝑥 3 + 3𝑥 2 − 𝑥 − 3) ÷ (𝑥 + 3)
2. (𝑥 3 − 4𝑥 2 + 2𝑥 + 5) ÷ (𝑥 − 2)
3. (4𝑥 4 + 2𝑥 2 + 𝑥 3 − 2𝑥) ÷ (2𝑥 − 1)
𝑥 2 −4𝑥 5+1
4. 2𝑥+1
5. (3𝑥 5 − 2𝑥 4 + 3𝑥 3 + 3𝑥 2 − 1) ÷ (𝑥 2 + 1)
B. Divide the following using the synthetic division.
1. (3𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 2 + 7𝑥 − 6) ÷ (𝑥 − 1)
2. (2𝑥 3 + 5𝑥 − 7) ÷ (𝑥 − 2)
3. (5𝑥 3 + 2𝑥 2 − 6) ÷ (𝑥 − 1)
4. (2𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 − 14𝑥 + 20) ÷ (𝑥 + 3)
5. (𝑥 3 − 2) ÷ (𝑥 − 1)

Let’s see if you can apply your knowledge in the two concepts remainder and
factor theorem.

Activity 4: Exact or not!!!

A. Use the Remainder Theorem to find the remainder when the given
polynomial is divided by each polynomial.
1. 𝑃(𝑥 ) = 𝑥 3 − 7𝑥 + 5 ÷ (𝑥 − 1)
2. 𝑃(𝑥 ) = 2𝑥 3 − 7𝑥 + 3 ÷ (𝑥 + 1)
3. 𝑃(𝑥 ) = 4𝑥 4 − 3𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 + 2𝑥 + 5 ÷ (𝑥 − 2)
4. 𝑃(𝑥 ) = 2𝑥 4 − 3𝑥 3 + 4𝑥 2 + 17𝑥 + 7 ÷ (𝑥 − 1)
5. 𝑃(𝑥 ) = 8𝑥 4 + 12𝑥 3 + 10𝑥 2 + 3𝑥 + 27 ÷ (2𝑥 − 3)
B. Use the factor Theorem to identify whether the first polynomial is a
factor of the second or not. Write YES or NO
6. 𝑥 − 1, 𝑥 2 + 2𝑥 + 5
7. 𝑥 − 1, 𝑥 3 − 𝑥 − 2
8. 𝑥 − 4, 2𝑥 3 − 9𝑥 2 + 9𝑥 − 20
9. 𝑎 − 1, 𝑎3 − 2𝑎2 + 𝑎 − 2
10. 𝑦 + 3, 2𝑦 3 + 𝑦 2 − 13𝑦 + 6

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Activity 5: Tell me the truth!!!

TRUE or FALSE
1. The remainder when 5𝑥 234 + 2 is divided by 𝑥 − 1 is 5.
For numbers 2 – 4 use the equation 𝟐𝒙𝟑 + 𝟑𝒙𝟐 − 𝟏𝟕𝒙 − 𝟑𝟎
2. The remainder is -42 when divided by 𝑥 − 1
3. The remainder is -36 when divided by 𝑥 − 2
4. The remainder is 20 when divided by 𝑥 + 1
For numbers 5 – 7, identify if the binomial is a factor or NOT
5. 𝑥 − 1, 𝑥 4 − 8𝑥 2 + 16
6. 𝑥 + 2, 𝑥 20 − 4𝑥 18 + 3𝑥 − 6
7. 𝑥 + 2, 𝑥 4 − 13𝑥 2 + 36
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8. In the polynomial 4𝑥 3 − 12𝑥 2 − 𝑥 + 3, − 4 is a possible rational zero.
9. ALL possible rational zeros of 𝑓(𝑥 ) = 𝑥 3 + 3𝑥 2 + 3𝑥 + 1 is NEGATIVE
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10. The third degree polynomial with the zeros 3, 4, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 2 is 2𝑥 3 +
𝑥 2 − 25𝑥 + 24

Now that you could solve the remainder of the polynomial function
and to tell whether the divisor is a factor or not. Let’s see if you can name
how many rational roots are there in a polynomial equation. Let’s go!

Activity 6: Give me your everything.

List all possible rational zeros for each polynomial function
1. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 4 − 𝑥 3 + 50𝑥 2 − 93𝑥 + 64
2. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 6𝑥 6 − +3𝑥 − 2
3. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 3 + 4𝑥 2 + 𝑥 + 15
4. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 4 − 𝑥 − 2
5. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 5 − 3𝑥 4 + 2𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 + 2𝑥 − 4
6. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 2𝑥 4 + 5𝑥 3 − 22𝑥 2 − 38𝑥 + 24
7. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 6 − 𝑥 5 _𝑥 + 1
8. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 6𝑥 3 + 13𝑥 2 + 9𝑥 + 2
9. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 4 − 37𝑥 2 + 36
10. 𝑃(𝑥 ) = 3𝑥 3 − 4𝑥 2 + 2𝑥 − 6

WHAT I HAVE LEARNED

These are the steps in dividing polynomials using long division:

A. Arrange the dividend and the divisor in decreasing powers of
exponents. (Note: Insert zeros as coefficient of the missing terms of
each polynomial if necessary.
B. Divide the first term of the dividend by the first term of the divisor.
C. Multiply the partial quotient to the divisor.
D. Subtract the result from the dividend.
E. Bring down the next term in the dividend
F. Repeat the process until done.

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These are the steps in dividing polynomials using synthetic division.

1. Arrange the coefficients of the dividend in descending powers of x,
placing zeros for the missing terms.
2. The top row contains the coefficients of the dividend in descending
. power of x. On the leftmost separated by an inverted L-shape put the
value indicator (value of c in x – c found in the divisor)
3. Bring down the leading coefficient below the line. This will be the
leading coefficient of the quotient
4. Multiply the number below the line to the value indicator. Place the
product below the coefficient of the next term of the dividend. Add the
two that would be the next coefficient of the quotient.
5. Repeat step 4 until the last number below the line is obtained
6. Write the quotient. The quotient is one degree lower than the
dividend. The last number in the quotient side is the remainder.

Remainder Theorem
If the polynomial 𝑃 (𝑥 ) is divided by 𝑥 − 𝑐, then the remainder is 𝑃 (𝑐 )

Factor Theorem
Factor theorem states that If 𝑃 (𝑥 ) is a polynomial AND
1. 𝑃 (𝑐 ) = 0, then 𝑥 − 𝑐 is a factor of 𝑃(𝑥 )
2. 𝑥 − 𝑐 is a factor of 𝑃(𝑥 ), 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑛 𝑃 (𝑐 ) = 0
The Remainder Theorem states that 𝑓(𝑐 ) = 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑚𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑑𝑒𝑟. So if the
remainder comes out to be 0 when you apply synthetic division, then 𝑥 − 𝑐
is a factor of 𝑓(𝑥 )

Rational Root Theorem

Let P(x) = 𝑎𝑛 𝑥 𝑛 + 𝑎𝑛 −1 𝑥 𝑛−1 + ...+ 𝑎1 𝑥 1 + 𝑎0 be any polynomial with integer
𝑝
coefficients. If p and q are integers with no common factors and 𝑞 is a
rational root of the equation P(x) = 0, then p is a divisor of 𝑎0 and q is a
divisor of 𝑎𝑛

WHAT I CAN DO

A. Divide the following polynomials using long division

1. (2y3 -13y2 + 23y -12) ÷ ( y – 4) 2. (9x4 – 19x2 + 2) ÷ ( 3x -1)
B. One factor of the polynomial function is given, find its other factor etic
using synthetic division.
1. 𝑥 + 5, 𝑥 3 + 9𝑥 2 + 23𝑥 + 15 2. 𝑥 − 3, 𝑥 3 − 𝑥 2 − 14𝑥 + 24
C. Solve the remainder of the following polynomial functions
1. P(x) = x3 +6x -7 ÷ (x + 2) 3. P(x) = a4+3a3–17a2+2a -7 ÷ (𝑎 − 3)
2. P (x ) = x3 + x2 -5x -6 ÷ (x - 2) 4. P(x) = x5-47x3-16x2+8x+52 ÷ (x – 7)
D. List all the possible rational roots of the following equations.
1. P(x) = 3x2 + 2x -1
2. P(x ) = x6 - 64

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ASSESSMENT

Write the CAPITAL LETTER of the correct answer.

For numbers 1 – 7, What is the remainder 𝑅(𝑥 ) if 𝑃(𝑥 ) is divided by 𝐷(𝑥 )?
1. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 3 − 4𝑥 2 + 5𝑥 − 2 𝐷 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 − 1
A. -2 B. -10 C. 1 D. 0
2. 𝑃 𝑥 = 𝑥 + 5𝑥 − 7
( ) 3 ( )
𝐷 𝑥 =𝑥−2
A. 7 B. 10 C. 11 D. 18
3. 𝑃 𝑥 = 𝑥 + 1
( ) 3 ( )
𝐷 𝑥 =𝑥+1
A. 0 B. -1 C. 1 D. 2
4. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 5𝑥 − 7𝑥 − 15
98 5
𝐷 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 + 1
A. 3 B. -3 C. 5 D. 12
5. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 + 3𝑥 + 2𝑥 − 9
3 2
𝐷 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 − 1
A. -3 B. 3 C. 6 D. 9
6. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 3𝑥 + 12𝑥 + 3𝑥 + 8
3 2
𝐷 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 − 4
A. 192 B. 404 C. 520 D. 615
7. 𝑃 (𝑥 ) = 2𝑥 + 4𝑥 + 𝑥 − 6
3 2
𝐷 (𝑥 ) = 𝑥 + 2
A. -8 B. -16 C. 1 D. 0
8. What should be the remainder of the polynomial function for the
divisor to be a factor?
A. 0 B. -1 C. 1 D. 2
9. What is the value of k so that 𝑥 − 2 is a factor of 3𝑥 − 𝑘𝑥 2 − 9𝑥 + 10
3

A. 3 B. 4 C. 5 D. 6
10.What is the value of k so that 𝑥 − 4 is a factor of 𝑘𝑥 + 4𝑥 − 𝑥 − 4?
3 2

A. 0 B. -1 C. 1 D. 3
11. Which of the following is a factor of 6𝑥 + 13𝑥 + 2?
2

A. 𝑥 + 2 B. 𝑥 + 1 C. 𝑥 + 6 D. 𝑥 + 3
12. Which of the following is NOT a factor of 𝑥 − 2𝑥 − 11𝑥 + 12
3 2

A. 𝑥 − 4 B. 𝑥 − 1 C. 𝑥 + 3 D. 𝑥 + 2
13. The possible roots of 𝑓(𝑥 ) = 12𝑥 − 13𝑥 + 8𝑥 − 1
3 2

A. . ± 1, ±12 C. ±2, ±3, ±12

B. . ±1, ±1/2, ±1/3, ±1/4,±1/6,±1/12 D. ±3, ±6
14. Which of the following is NOT a possible zero of the function 𝑥 3 + 4𝑥 2 −
7𝑥 − 10?
A. −1 B. −5 C.2 D. 1
15. Which the following is NOT a possible zero of 𝑓 (𝑥 ) = 3𝑥 3 + 41𝑥 2 +
121𝑥 − 45?
5 3
A. −3 B. −9 C. − D. −
3 5

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 GRADE 10
Learning Module for Junior High School Mathematics

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES

1. Look for the important terms tackled in this module? Encircle as

many as terms as you can.

2. What significant learning have you got from the module? Answer this by
filling up the table below. (Communication)
What I learned is… I still need to practice I still don’t get the part
more in… …

3. Compare the quotient of the following expressions (Critical Thinking)

(5𝑥 5 − 3𝑥 4 − 2𝑥 3 + 12) ÷ (5𝑥 − 3)
and
3
(5𝑥 5 − 3𝑥 4 − 2𝑥 3 + 12) ÷ (𝑥 − )
5

What did you observe on the quotient of each expression? Can we

divide the first expression using synthetics division? If yes, what would we
do to be able to arrive at the correct quotient?

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E-Search
➢ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4ESeJeBlxU
➢ https://study.com/academy/lesson/dividing-polynomials-with-long-
and-synthetic-division-practice-problems.html
➢ https://www.wikihow.com/Divide-Polynomials-Using-Synthetic-
Division
➢ https://www.purplemath.com/modules/polydiv2.htm
➢ http://www.mesacc.edu/~scotz47781/mat120/notes/divide_poly/sy
nthetic/synthetic_division.html
➢ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IPqCaspZOs
➢ https://www.intmath.com/equations-of-higher-degree/2-factor-
remainder-theorems.php
➢ https://www.mathsisfun.com/algebra/polynomials-remainder-
factor.html

REFERENCES
Larson R. & Hostetler R. P. (2013). Algebra and Trigonometry. (8th Ed.)
Cergage Learning Asia Ple ltd.
Orines, F. B., Esparrago, M. S. & Reyes, N. V. (2008).Advanced Algebra,
Trigonometry and Statistics. Quezon City: Phoenix Publishing House
Oronce, O. A & Mendoza, M.O. (2015) E-Math Worktext in Mathematics
Rex Printing Company, Quezon City, PH

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 GRADE 10
Learning Module for Junior High School Mathematics

PISA-BASED WORKSHEET

The Volume of a rectangular solid is given by the polynomial

3x4 - 3x3 - 33x2 +54x.
The length of the solid is given by 3x and the width is given by x – 2. Find
the height of the solid.

The formula to get the volume(V) of a rectangular solid is

V = lwh, where l is length , w is width , and h is height

Since the volume, length and width are 3x4 - 3x3 - 33x2 +54x , 3x , and x –
2 respectively, then , 3x4 - 3x3 - 33x2 +54x , 3x = (3x)(x – 2)h

Questions :
1. How can we find the height of the rectangular solid if we know the
volume, length, and width?

2. What is the quotient if 3x4 – 3x3 – 33x2 +54x is divided by 3x?

3. What is the quotient if the answer in number 2 is divided by x – 2?

4. What is the height of the solid?

5. How can we check if our answer is correct?

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