Synthetic Division - Is the Binomial a Factor?

This math topic focuses on synthetic division, specifically determining whether a given binomial is a factor of a polynomial. Problems involve dividing polynomials by binomials and assessing if the result indicates that the divisor is a factor. This involves understanding and applying the synthetic division process to identify if the remainder is zero, which confirms factorship. It's designed to build foundational skills in handling rational functions and their properties, including asymptotes.