Algebra 1 · Polynomials & Exponents

Binomial

Algebra 1 · Polynomials & Exponents

Definition

A binomial is a polynomial consisting of exactly two terms.

Examples

  • x + 3 is a binomial.
  • 2x^2 - 5 is a binomial.

Key rule

A binomial has exactly two terms joined by + or -.

Memory hook

Bi = two; a binomial has two terms.