Introduction To Polynomials Flashcards
1
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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
2
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Monomial
A
1 term polynomial
Ex: 13 or 3x^2
3
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Binomial
A
2 term polynomial
4
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Trinomial
A
3 term polynomial
5
Q
Polynomial
A
4+ terms
6
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Degree of a polynomial
A
Highest exponent of sum of exponents of any variable term
7
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First degree
A
X^1
Ex: 3x+7
8
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Second degree
A
X^2 or xy
Ex: 5x^2+3x-7
9
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Third degree
A
X^3
10
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Standard form
A
Variables in descending power following highest degree
11
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How to simplify polynomials
A
Combine like terms
Order it in standard form
