If x3 + 6x2 + 4x + k is exactly divisible by (x + 2), then the value of k is : - Basic Operatio

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A. - 6

B. - 7

C. - 8

D. - 10

E. None of the above

Answer: C. - 8

Since (x + 2) is a factor, x = -2 will make it zero
.`. (-2)³ + 6(-2)² + 4(-2) + k = 0 or k = -8.

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