Flashcard 1 Review - Polynomials Intro

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What is a polynomial?

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What is the standard form of a polynomial?

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What is the degree of a polynomial?

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What is the leading coefficient of a polynomial?

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What does it mean for a polynomial to be in standard form?

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A polynomial is in standard form when its terms are written in descending order of their degrees, with the highest degree term first.

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What is the end behavior of a polynomial function?

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The end behavior of a polynomial function describes how the function behaves as the input values approach positive or negative infinity. It is determined by the degree and leading coefficient.

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What is a non-polynomial expression?

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What is the difference between a monomial and a polynomial?

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What is the significance of the leading term in a polynomial?

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The leading term of a polynomial determines the end behavior of the polynomial function and influences the shape of its graph.