Polynomials and Factoring Review

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression consisting of variables (also called indeterminates) raised to non-negative integer powers, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

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What is the degree of a polynomial?

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The degree of a polynomial is the highest power of the variable in the expression.

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What is a binomial?

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A binomial is a polynomial that contains exactly two terms.

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What is a trinomial?

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A trinomial is a polynomial that contains exactly three terms.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The GCF is the largest factor that divides two or more numbers or expressions.

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How do you factor a polynomial?

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To factor a polynomial, you can find the GCF, use special factoring formulas, or apply methods like grouping.

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What is the FOIL method?

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The FOIL method is a technique for multiplying two binomials, standing for First, Outside, Inside, Last.

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What is the difference of squares?

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What is a quadratic polynomial?

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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 the degree of its terms.