monomials and polynomials

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name each polynomial by degree and number of terms


1)-10
2)-a to the third power
3)-4
4)-2n to the third power -3n to the second power
5)-7m to the sixth power
6)2k to the second power-10k-2
 
If you don't have a textbook, click here to see a lesson on the definition of "polynomial" and "monomial".

PS: When texting math expressions, we use the caret symbol ^ to show exponents, like this: -2n^3 - 3n^2
 
You can use "^" for an exponent indicator.

"2 to the third power" would be 2^3.

Be careful with intent. Use parentheses where necessary. 2^3+1 is not the same as 2^(3+1), for example.

1)-10
2)-a to the third power
3)-4
4)-2n to the third power -3n to the second power
5)-7m to the sixth power
6)2k to the second power-10k-2

Look for the term with the greatest total exponent. This is the degree. x^3 is degree 3, y^6 is degree 6. (w^2)(z^3) is degree 5 (2+3)
Look for separation by addition or subtraction. This leads to the number of terms.

1) degree 0 and 1 term
2) degree 3 and 1 term
3) You tell me.
4) degree 3 and 2 terms
5) You tell me.
6) You tell me.
 
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