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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Introduction to Polynomials

Question 1 • [INMT3] Integrated Math 3 Sem 1 (26-27)

Which polynomial is in standard form?

Answer
A
3 + x
B
x7 + 2x6 – 3x2 + 6x5 – 3x4 + 4x + 8
C
8a3 + 10a – 12a2
D
–2x6 + x5 – 3x4 + 7x3 – 2x2 + 3x +1

Explanation

A polynomial is in standard form when its terms are written in descending order of exponent. Choice D has powers 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, and 0 in that order, so it is in standard form. The other choices are not written in descending order of powers.

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