Algebra 1 · Polynomials & Exponents
Trinomial
Algebra 1 · Polynomials & Exponents
Definition
A trinomial is a polynomial consisting of exactly three terms.
Examples
- x2 + 5x + 6 is a trinomial.
- 2x2 − 3x + 1 is a trinomial.
Key rule
A trinomial has exactly three terms.
Memory hook
Tri = three; a trinomial has three terms.