Using remainder factor theorem

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1. Homework Statement
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Homework Equations


p(x) = (x-c)q(x) + r

The Attempt at a Solution


i've simplified it down to ((x-1)^114) / (2^114)(x+1). is there a practical way to approach this besides long division? wolfram alpha gave an extremely long answer
 

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nevermind. i found it