Identify, Add, and Subtract Polynomials

Identify, Add, and Subtract Polynomials

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Mathematics

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a polynomial?

Back

A polynomial is a mathematical expression consisting of variables (also called indeterminates) raised to non-negative integer powers, along with coefficients. For example, 2x^2 + 3x - 5 is a polynomial.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the leading coefficient in a polynomial?

Back

The leading coefficient is the coefficient of the term with the highest degree in a polynomial. For example, in the polynomial 4x^3 + 2x^2 - x + 7, the leading coefficient is 4.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you add polynomials?

Back

To add polynomials, combine like terms by adding their coefficients. For example, (2x^2 + 3x) + (4x^2 + 5x) = (2+4)x^2 + (3+5)x = 6x^2 + 8x.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a constant term in a polynomial?

Back

A constant term is a term in a polynomial that does not contain any variables. For example, in the polynomial 3x^2 + 2x + 5, the constant term is 5.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a monomial?

Back

A monomial is a polynomial with only one term. For example, 5x^3 is a monomial.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a binomial?

Back

A binomial is a polynomial with exactly two terms. For example, 3x + 4 is a binomial.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a trinomial?

Back

A trinomial is a polynomial with exactly three terms. For example, x^2 + 2x + 1 is a trinomial.

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