Understanding Polynomial Functions

What is the requirement for the leading coefficient in a polynomial function?

• It must be a positive number.

• It must be a real number.

• It cannot be zero.

• It must be an integer.

What is the degree of the polynomial function p(x) = 3x - 1?

• One

• Three

• Zero

• Two

Which of the following is a quadratic function?

• p(x) = 9

• p(x) = 3x - 1

• p(x) = -7x^2 + x - 8

• p(x) = x^3 + 2x^2 - 5

What is the name of a polynomial function with a degree of three?

• Quintic

• Quadratic

• Quartic

• Cubic

What is the degree of the polynomial function p(x) = x^3 + 2x^2 - 5?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One