Intro to Polynomials

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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 polynomial.

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Classify the polynomial 3x - 2 by its degree.

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1

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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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Which of the following is in standard form: 9 + 8x - 2x^2, 10x + x^3 - 4x^2 - 11, x^4 + 5x^3 - 6x + 1, 4x^3 + 3x^4 + 2x + 1?

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x^4 + 5x^3 - 6x + 1

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Classify the polynomial 4x^3 - 5x^2 + 2x - 1 by its degree.

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3

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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 type of polynomial shown: -3.

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Monomial