Learn how to classify and identify the lc and degree of a polynomial

The video tutorial explains how to identify the leading coefficient and classify polynomials. It begins with ensuring the polynomial is in descending order, highlighting the importance of understanding the degree and leading coefficient. The degree is the highest power of the polynomial, while the leading coefficient is the coefficient of this term. The tutorial also covers classifying polynomials by the number of terms and degree, providing a comprehensive understanding of polynomial classification.

What is the first step in identifying the leading coefficient of a polynomial?

• Find the sum of all coefficients

• Identify the constant term

• Arrange the polynomial in descending order

• Arrange the polynomial in ascending order

How is the degree of a polynomial determined?

• By the highest power of the variable

• By the number of terms

• By the smallest coefficient

• By the constant term

What is the leading coefficient in the example given in the video?

• 1/2

• 7/2

• 7

• 4

How can a polynomial with five terms and a degree of four be classified?

• As a linear

• As a cubic

• As a quartic

• As a quintic

What does the term 'quartic' refer to in polynomial classification?

• A polynomial with a leading coefficient of four

• A polynomial with a degree of four

• A polynomial with four terms

• A polynomial with four variables