Understanding Polynomials for Grade 9

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Front: Polynomial

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An expression of finite length constructed from variables and constants using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and non-negative integer exponents.

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Front: Degree of a Polynomial

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Highest power of the variable in the polynomial.

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Front: Monomial

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A polynomial with only one term.

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Front: Binomial

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A polynomial with exactly two terms.

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Front: Trinomial

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A polynomial with exactly three terms.

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Front: Coefficient

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Numerical factor in a term of a polynomial.

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Front: Constant Term

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The term in a polynomial that does not contain any variables.

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Front: Leading Coefficient

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

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Front: Standard Form of a Polynomial

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A polynomial with terms in descending order of degree.

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Constant

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Number on its own.