Answer:
5
Step-by-step explanation:
Given that 3 is a root of the equation x²-px+6=0
To find the value of p, substitute 3 into the equation for x
Hence x²-px+6=0
becomes
3^2 - 3p + 6 = 0
9 -3p + 6 = 0
collect like terms
-3p = -9 - 6
-3p = -15
Divide both sides by -3
p = -15/-3
p = 5
