Q.
If $n$ is a positive integer, then $n^{3} + 2n$ is divisible by
A) 2
B) 6
C) 15
D) 3
Explanation
(d)
Let $P(n) = n^{3} + 2n$
$\Longrightarrow P(1) = 1 + 2 = 3$
$\Longrightarrow P(2) = 8 + 4 = 12$
$\Longrightarrow P(3) = 27 + 6 = 33$
Here, we see that all these number are divisible by 3
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.