Classifying Polynomials Review

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Classify by the DEGREE: 4x^3 - 5x^2 + 2x - 1

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Degree of 3 (cubic)

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When a polynomial is written in standard form, the number in front of the first term is called the _____________.

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Leading coefficient

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What is the leading coefficient? -2x + 5x² + 3x³ + 1

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3

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What is the degree of the polynomial 2x^3 - 8x + 3x^5 + 4x^2 - 7x^4 + 1?

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5

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

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3

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Define a polynomial.

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

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What is the standard form of a polynomial?

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The standard form of a polynomial is written with terms in descending order of degree.

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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.