Question: Which of the following is a root of the polynomial x^2 - 4?
Options:
Correct Answer: Both -2 and 2
Solution:
Step 1: Factor the polynomial: (x - 2)(x + 2). Step 2: Set each factor to zero: x - 2 = 0 or x + 2 = 0. Roots are x = 2 and x = -2.