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15 May, 14:34

The expressions (x+4) is a factor of x2+kx-20 what is the value of k how do you know

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  1. 15 May, 16:30
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    k = - 1

    Step-by-step explanation:

    You're given (x+4) as one of the factor for the equation

    x² + kx - 20 = 0

    what number does 4 multiply with to get - 20? It's - 5.

    So

    = (x+4) (x-5)

    = x² + - 1x - 20

    = x² + kx - 20
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