algebraic division
What algebraic division means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for WJEC.
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Reference: WJEC
A method required for improper algebraic fractions, dividing a polynomial P(x) by a linear divisor (ax + b) to produce a quotient Q(x) and a constant remainder R.
Algebraic long division or synthetic equating of coefficients factorises f(x) into (x − a)Q(x), where Q(x) is a polynomial of degree n − 1.
Topics that use algebraic division
- Algebra and Functions (A2 Unit 3: Pure Mathematics B) (WJEC A-Level)
- Algebra and Functions (AS Unit 1: Pure Mathematics A) (WJEC A-Level)
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