Ch 2:Polynomials Flashcards
1
Q
What is a polynomial
A
An algebraic expression where the power of the variable involved is a whole number/ positive integers.
2
Q
What is the degree of a polynomial
A
Highest power among the variable involved
3
Q
Degree of constant polynomial
A
0
4
Q
Degree of zero polyy
A
Not defined
5
Q
Monomial
A
1 term
6
Q
Binomial
A
2 terms
7
Q
Trinomial
A
3 terms
8
Q
Constant polynomial
A
Degree = 0
Max. Terms = 1
9
Q
Linear polynomial
A
Degree = 1
Max. Terms = 2
10
Q
Quadratic polynomial
A
Degree = 2
Max. Terms = 3
11
Q
Cubic polynomial
A
Degree = 3
Max. Terms = 4
12
Q
Biquadratic polynomial
A
Degree = 4
Max. Terms = 5
13
Q
Factor theorum
A
If p(x) is a polynomial of degree n ≥ 1 and is real no. Then x - a is a factor of p(x), if p(a) =0
