GEO #1 Polynomials

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression consisting of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

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How do you find the degree of a polynomial?

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The degree of a polynomial is determined by the highest exponent of its variable.

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What is the leading coefficient of a polynomial?

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The leading coefficient is the coefficient of the term with the highest degree in a polynomial.

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What separates terms in a polynomial?

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Terms in a polynomial are separated by addition or subtraction.

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What is a monomial?

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A monomial is a polynomial with only one term.

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What is a binomial?

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A binomial is a polynomial with exactly two terms.

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What is a trinomial?

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A trinomial is a polynomial with exactly three terms.

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How do you add polynomials?

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To add polynomials, combine like terms by adding their coefficients.

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How do you subtract polynomials?

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To subtract polynomials, change the signs of the terms in the polynomial being subtracted and then combine like terms.

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What is a zero of a polynomial?

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A zero of a polynomial is a value of the variable that makes the polynomial equal to zero.

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