Classify a polynomial and determine degree and leading coefficient

The video tutorial explains how to classify a polynomial function by its degree and leading coefficient. It begins with an introduction to a polynomial function, specifically focusing on a function with a single term. The tutorial then details how to identify the degree of the polynomial, which is the highest exponent, and the leading coefficient, which is the coefficient of the term with the highest degree. The video further classifies polynomials based on their degree, ranging from constant to kinetic (degree five). The tutorial concludes with a summary of how to classify polynomials.

What is the degree of the polynomial function FX = -X^5?

• 6

• 5

• 4

• 3

What is the leading coefficient of the polynomial FX = -X^5?

• 0

• 5

• 1

• -1

Which term describes a polynomial of degree 2?

• Cubic

• Quadratic

• Quartic

• Linear

What is the term for a polynomial of degree 5?

• Kinetic

• Cubic

• Linear

• Quartic

How is the polynomial FX = -X^5 classified?

• Linear

• Quadratic

• Cubic

• Kinetic