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Remainder theorem: finding remainder from equation

The Polynomial Remainder Theorem simplifies the process of finding the remainder when dividing a polynomial by \[x - a\]. Instead of long division, you just evaluate the polynomial at \[a\]. This method saves time and space, making polynomial division more manageable.

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