Deflate p(x) = x^3 − 7x + 6 given that x = 1 is a root; what is the quotient?

Deflate p(x) = x^3 − 7x + 6 given that x = 1 is a root; what is the quotient?

A x^2 − x − 6

B x^2 + x − 6

C x^2 + 2x − 7

D x^2 − 1x + 6

Solution

Correct Answer: Option B