Introduction To Polynomials Flashcards

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Polynomial

A

Expression involving a sum of powers in one or more variables multiplied by coefficients where the powers must be whole

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Monomial

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1 term polynomial

Ex: 13 or 3x^2

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Binomial

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2 term polynomial

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4
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Trinomial

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3 term polynomial

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5
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Polynomial

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4+ terms

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6
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Degree of a polynomial

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Highest exponent of sum of exponents of any variable term

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First degree

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X^1

Ex: 3x+7

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Second degree

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X^2 or xy

Ex: 5x^2+3x-7

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Third degree

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X^3

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10
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Standard form

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Variables in descending power following highest degree

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11
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How to simplify polynomials

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Combine like terms

Order it in standard form

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