Polynomials - Identify & Classify

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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 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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Classify the polynomial: 5p^4 - 2p^5

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Quintic binomial (degree 5, two terms).

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Is the expression 1/(x+2) a polynomial?

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No, it is not a polynomial because it has a variable in the denominator.

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Classify the polynomial by degree: 3x - 2

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Linear (degree 1).

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Is 6a^3 a polynomial?

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Yes, it is a polynomial because it has a non-negative integer exponent.

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Classify the polynomial by degree: 9x

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Linear (degree 1).

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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 quadratic polynomial?

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A quadratic polynomial is a polynomial of degree 2, typically in the form ax^2 + bx + c.

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What is a cubic polynomial?

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A cubic polynomial is a polynomial of degree 3, typically in the form ax^3 + bx^2 + cx + d.