Introduction Polynomials

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is one or more terms (separated by addition or subtraction) whose variables have whole number exponents.

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The degree is 9.

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Classify the degree of the polynomial 2x^2 - 5.

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The degree is 2.

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Which pair is an example of like terms? 2a and 2b, x and x^2, 3k and 3k^3, y^2 and 2y^2?

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y^2 and 2y^2.

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What is the largest exponent shown in a polynomial called?

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It is called the degree.

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The leading coefficient is 4.

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What is the standard form of a polynomial?

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The standard form is when the terms are arranged in descending order of their degrees.

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The coefficients are 5, -3, and 2.

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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.