Answer:
k = - 6
Explanation:
Since (x - 2) is a factor then x = 2 is a root
Substitute x = 2 into the polynomial and equate to zero, that is
2³ + k(2)² + 12(2) - 8 = 0
8 + 4k + 24 - 8 = 0
4k + 24 = 0 ( subtract 24 from both sides )
4k = - 24 ( divide both sides by 4 )
k = - 6