Multiplying Polynomials (Box Method)

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What is the highest exponent in a polynomial called?

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Degree

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What is the Box Method used for?

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The Box Method is used for multiplying polynomials.

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Which operation is performed when multiplying two polynomials?

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Multiplication

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What is the leading coefficient in a polynomial?

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The leading coefficient is the coefficient of the term with the highest degree.

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What is the standard form of a polynomial?

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The standard form of a polynomial is written in descending order of degrees.

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How do you set up the Box Method for (x + 3)(2x - 4)?

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You create a box with (x + 3) on one side and (2x - 4) on the other.

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What is the product of (2e + 3)(2e - 3)?

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4e^2 - 9

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What does it mean to simplify a polynomial?

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To simplify a polynomial means to combine like terms and express it in standard form.

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression consisting of variables, coefficients, and exponents.

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What is the difference between a monomial and a polynomial?

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A monomial has one term, while a polynomial has two or more terms.