Classify Polynomials & Degrees

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What is a polynomial?

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

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What is the standard form of a polynomial?

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The standard form of a polynomial is when the terms are arranged in descending order of their degrees.

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What is the degree of 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 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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Identify the leading coefficient in the polynomial: 4x^2 + 3x - 5.

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The leading coefficient is 4.

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Identify the leading term in the polynomial: -2x^3 + 5x^2 + x.

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The leading term is -2x^3.

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What is the leading coefficient of the polynomial: 7x^4 - 2x + 1?

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The leading coefficient is 7.

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Is the expression 5x^2 + 3x - 1 in standard form?

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Yes, it is in standard form.