Polynomial Function

Definition

A polynomial function is a mathematical expression consisting of variables raised to non-negative integer powers, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication operations. It does not involve division by variable or contain variables under radicals.

Related terms

Degree:

The degree of a polynomial is determined by looking at its highest power term. It indicates how many terms are present in the polynomial.

Coefficient:

In a polynomial, coefficients are numbers multiplied by each term. They represent scaling factors for each term.

Leading term: The leading term in a polynomial refers to the highest power term when arranged in descending order of powers.