Polynomials Worksheet

These flashcards cover the essential concepts related to polynomials, including their definitions, classifications by degree, and terminology used in polynomials.

Standard Form of a Polynomial

ax^n + bx^(n-1) + cx^(n-2) + dx + e, where the terms are ordered from greatest to smallest by the exponents.

Degree of a Polynomial

the largest exponent in the polynomial.

Constant Polynomial

A polynomial of degree 0, such as 12.

Linear Polynomial

A polynomial of degree 1, such as 8x.

Cubic Polynomial

A polynomial of degree 3, such as 7x^3 + 5x^3.

Quadratic Polynomial

A polynomial of degree 2, such as x^2 - 3x - 6.

Trinomial Polynomial

A polynomial with 3 terms, such as x^2 - 3x - 6.

Quartic Polynomial

A polynomial of degree 4, such as 1/4x^2 + 2x - 6x + 5.

Quintic Polynomial

A polynomial of degree 5, such as (4t) - 3x^4.

Leading Coefficient

The coefficient of the term with the greatest exponent in a polynomial.