Chapter 3 Test #1 Review MODIFIED

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Simplify: 2x ( -2x -3)

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-4x² - 6x

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Factor by grouping: x³+7x²-2x-14

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(x²-2)(x+7)

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Factor by grouping: 5n³-10n²+3n-6

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(5n²+3)(n-2)

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What is the leading coefficient in the polynomial 3x²-2x+5?

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3

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Classify by degree of polynomial: 3x³ – 6x

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Cubic

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What is a polynomial?

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A mathematical expression consisting of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents.

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Define leading coefficient.

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

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What is the degree of a polynomial?

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The highest power of the variable in the polynomial.

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What does it mean to factor a polynomial?

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To express the polynomial as a product of its factors.

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What is the difference between a monomial and a polynomial?

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A monomial is a single term, while a polynomial is a sum of multiple terms.