Multiplying And Dividing Polynomials Flashcards
1
Q
What’s another way to solve 10x to the 3rd power divided by 5x to the 5th power?
A
10xxx |5xs -3xs=2xs
_________ |10/5=2
5xxxxx |=2x squared
2
Q
Solve:
3x squared •6a squared
A
Can’t do it
Must have like terms
3
Q
Explain the Woodstock method
A
It shows that when multiplying polynomials you keep the base at the exponents and when dividing them you keep the base subtract the exponents. (If there is a coefficient multiply or divide them)
