Perimeter with Polynomials

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What is the formula for the perimeter of a triangle?

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The perimeter of a triangle is the sum of the lengths of its three sides: P = a + b + c.

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How do you calculate the perimeter of a rectangle?

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The perimeter of a rectangle is calculated using the formula: P = 2(length + width).

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression that consists of variables, coefficients, and exponents, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

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What does the term 'degree' refer to in a polynomial?

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The degree of a polynomial is the highest power of the variable in the expression.

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What is the perimeter of a rectangle with length 3x and width 2x?

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P = 2(3x + 2x) = 10x.

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How do you simplify the expression 6x^2 + 8?

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The expression 6x^2 + 8 is already in its simplest form, but it can be factored as 2(3x^2 + 4).

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What is the perimeter of a triangle with sides 2r, 3r, and 4r?

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P = 2r + 3r + 4r = 9r.

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What is the significance of coefficients in a polynomial?

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Coefficients are the numerical factors in a polynomial that multiply the variables, determining the polynomial's value.

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How do you find the perimeter of a triangle if the sides are given as expressions?

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Add the expressions for each side together to find the perimeter.

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What is the perimeter of a rectangle with a length of 5 and a width of 3?

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P = 2(5 + 3) = 16.