Polynomial Vocab & End Behavior

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression that consists of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

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Polynomial (4 terms)

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Cubic (degree 3)

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Linear (degree 1)

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As x approaches infinity, the polynomial approaches negative infinity; as x approaches negative infinity, the polynomial approaches positive infinity.

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Define a monomial.

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A monomial is a polynomial with only one term.

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Define a binomial.

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A binomial is a polynomial with exactly two terms.

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Define a trinomial.

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A trinomial is a polynomial with exactly three terms.

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The leading coefficient is 4.