Polynomial Vocabulary

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In a polynomial, the variables must have what type of exponents?

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Whole number exponents.

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A polynomial with ONE term is called a

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Monomial.

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A polynomial with TWO terms is called a

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Binomial.

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A polynomial with THREE terms is called a

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Trinomial.

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How many terms are in the expression 3x + 8y?

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2.

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What is a polynomial?

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An algebraic expression that consists of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents.

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What is the degree of a polynomial?

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The highest exponent of the variable in the polynomial.

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What is a coefficient in a polynomial?

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A numerical factor in a term of a polynomial.

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What is a constant term in a polynomial?

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A term that does not contain any variables.

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What is the difference between a monomial and a polynomial?

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A monomial is a single term, while a polynomial can have multiple terms.