The determinant of matrix \(\begin{pmatrix} x & 1 & 0 \\ 1-x & 2 &

MATHEMATICS
JAMB 1998

The determinant of matrix \(\begin{pmatrix} x & 1 & 0 \\ 1-x & 2 & 3 \\ 1 & 1+x & 4\end{pmatrix}\) in terms of x is

  • A. -3x2 - 17
  • B. -3x2 + 9x - 1
  • C. 3x2 + 17
  • D. 3x2 - 9x + 5

Correct Answer: B. -3x2 + 9x - 1



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