Naming Polynomials

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression consisting 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 expression.

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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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How do you name a polynomial with four terms?

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A polynomial with four terms is called a polynomial with four terms, regardless of its degree.

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What is the name of a polynomial of degree 1?

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A polynomial of degree 1 is called a linear polynomial.

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What is the name of a polynomial of degree 2?

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A polynomial of degree 2 is called a quadratic polynomial.

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What is the name of a polynomial of degree 3?

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A polynomial of degree 3 is called a cubic polynomial.

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What is the name of a polynomial of degree 5?

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A polynomial of degree 5 is called a quintic polynomial.