Classifying 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 a monomial?

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A monomial is a polynomial with exactly 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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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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How do you determine the number of terms in a polynomial?

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Count the distinct terms separated by addition or subtraction.

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The degree is 3, as the highest power of x is 3.

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The degree is 5, as the highest power of x is 5.

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What is a constant term in a polynomial?

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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Can a polynomial have negative exponents?

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No, polynomials cannot have negative or fractional exponents.