Algebra 1 · Polynomials & Exponents
Polynomial
Algebra 1 · Polynomials & Exponents
Definition
A polynomial is an expression of one or more terms with whole-number exponents on the variables.
Examples
- x2 + 3x − 5 is a polynomial.
- 4x3 − x is a polynomial.
Key rule
Exponents must be whole numbers for a polynomial.
Memory hook
Poly = many terms, whole-number powers.